Microtomes, Rotary and Accessories
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Army, specifically the Medical Readiness Health Contracting Office-West (MRCO-W) on behalf of William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC) in Fort Bliss, TX, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement for Microtomes, Rotary and Accessories. This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment or a solicitation for a contract award. Responses are due March 30, 2026.
Scope of Interest
The Government is seeking information from sources capable of providing:
- Microtome, Rotary (2 Each) with specific salient characteristics including manual mode, specimen feed (approx. 24mm +/- 2mm), section thickness settings (1-60umc), trimming section thickness (1-600umd), and safety features (automatic electronic brake, safety locks, blade safety guard, blade ejector).
- Foot Switch (1 Each)
- Power Cord (1 Each)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: None specified (This is a Sources Sought for market research)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 2:00 PM Z
- Published: March 18, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide a response detailing their capability to meet the salient characteristics. The response must include:
- Point of Contact email and telephone number
- Organization name, address, website address, telephone number
- Business size, CAGE code, and type of ownership
Proprietary information should be adequately marked. Telephonic responses will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for market research and planning; it is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quotation (RFQ). The Government does not intend to award a contract based solely on responses to this Sources Sought. The Government does not possess data rights for distribution related to this effort.