Laboratory Microscopes
SOL #: HT9406-26-Q-E029Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Health Agency (Dha)
DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY
FREDERICK, MD, 21702, United States
Place of Performance
Place of performance not available
NAICS
Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)
PSC
Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies (6515)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 22, 2026
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Last Updated
Jun 3, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 5, 2026, 10:00 AM
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is soliciting proposals for Laboratory Microscopes and associated accessories for the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany. This acquisition is unrestricted. The instrument will be utilized for polarization microscopy only. Offers are due by June 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM local Germany time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the procurement of Laboratory Microscopes and associated accessories, primarily referencing the Olympus BX53 model or equivalent. Key requirements include:
- Microscope Frame: Olympus BX53 model or equivalent, with specific dimensions, weight, optical system, and focus movement.
- Illumination: Built-in Koehler illumination with a 14W LED light source.
- Components: Revolving nosepiece, various observation tubes, ceramic-coated coaxial stage, and multiple types of condensers (e.g., Abbe, Swing out Achromatic).
- Objectives: A specific set of objectives is required, including Plan Apochromat (2x, 4x, 10x, 20x), Universal Plan Fluorite (60x, 100x), Plan Achromat oil immersion (50x), and others as detailed in the solicitation.
- Accessories: Power cords, dust covers, binocular ergo tubes, eyepieces, dual specimen holders, ergo-stage handle adapters, analyzers, polarizers, and installation/training services.
- Special Note: The instrument will be utilized for polarization microscopy only. Phase contrast, dark-field, and fluorescence microscopy capabilities are not required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Size Standard: 1000 employees.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany, within 60 calendar days from the date of award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to hyun.j.townsley.civ@health.mil and sarah.keebaugh.civ@health.mil. Quoters must provide written documentation detailing how their proposed product meets the salient characteristics.
- Evaluation: Award will be made using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process. Technical acceptability requires meeting all salient characteristics. Price will be evaluated based on adequate competition.
Key Dates
- Solicitation Issue Date: April 21, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM local Germany time.
People
Points of Contact
Hyun TownsleyPRIMARY
Sarah KeebaughSECONDARY
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