This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 12405B25Q0039 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-03. The associated NAICS code is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing).
USDA, ARS, SEA
SEA U.S. HORTICULTURAL RESEARCH LAB
2001 S ROCK ROAD
FORT PIERCE FL 34945
Is looking for LED Microscope that fits into the associated Specifications.
The Government anticipates award of a Firm Fixed Price contract.
Each offer must show a breakdown giving price of each element, provide descriptive literature or information showing that the offered service meets all parts of the Specifications.
Vendors responding to this announcement shall submit their quote in accordance with FAR 52.212-1. Submission of quote shall include the following: (1) Technical Specifications and (2) Price (to include shipping).
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Attach. 1
Specification Document
Quantity: 1
Leica DM 1000 LED Microscope and Flexacam C3 Camera Specifications:
- Long-life LED illumination that provides near daylight, bright illumination with constant color temperature and emits less heat and is energy efficient.
- The LED bulb has a long product life of approximately 100,000 hours; assuming six hours of use per day, the bulb's service life is 50 years. Low power consumption of the LED enables even battery operation.
- The unique, patented, height-adjustable focus knobs, easy-to-change stage controls, and the full range of ergonomic equipment customize the Leica DM1000 LED for individual users.
- Focus knobs for DM1000
- Condenser lens CL Pol
- Condenser CLP/PH 0.85 S1
- ErgoStage with Ceramic Plate for DM1000
- Slide holder one hand slide change
- XY-stage control standard
- Eyepiece HC PLAN s 10x/22 Br. M
- Tube BDTP 25 100/50/0 with fixed port
- Obj. N PLAN 10x/0.25
- Obj. N PLAN 20x/0.40
- Obj. N PLAN 40x/0.75
- Polarizer in mount, 32mm
- Analyzer L ICT/P
- Filter holder f. 2 filter 32mm
- Lambda plate in holder
- Analyzer mount TL L1/25, 60mm for DM1000
- Flexacam C3 Camera
- H: 4,000; V: 3,000 (12 MP)
- Pixel dimensions 1.55 m 1.55 m
- Rolling Shutter
- 100 s 120 ms Exposure range
- 4K / 60 fps in HDMI mode frames/sec
- Optical Filter: 650 nm IR cut off filter
- LAS X / stand-alone operating system
- C-Mount HC 0.55x
- HP E27k G5 27" UHD
- Standalone kit for Flexacam C3
Background
The USDA, ARS, SEA, specifically the U.S. Horticultural Research Lab located at 2001 S Rock Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34945, is seeking to procure a LED Microscope to support its research activities. This solicitation is issued under the solicitation number 12405B25Q0039 as a request for quote (RFQ). The goal of this contract is to acquire a high-quality microscope that meets specific technical specifications.
Work Details
The contract requires the delivery of one unit of the Leica DM 1000 LED Microscope along with a Flexacam C3 Camera. The specifications for the microscope include:
- Long-life LED illumination providing near daylight brightness with constant color temperature and low heat emission.
- LED bulb life of approximately 100,000 hours (50 years at six hours of use per day) with low power consumption suitable for battery operation.
- Height-adjustable focus knobs and ergonomic equipment customization options.
- Included components:
- Focus knobs for DM1000
- Condenser lens CL Pol
- Condenser CLP/PH 0.85 S1
- ErgoStage with Ceramic Plate for DM1000
- Slide holder for one-hand slide change
- XY-stage control standard
- Eyepiece HC PLAN s 10x/22 Br. M
- Tube BDTP 25 100/50/0 with fixed port
- Objective lenses: N PLAN 10x/0.25, N PLAN 20x/0.40, N PLAN 40x/0.75
- Polarizer in mount (32mm), Analyzer L ICT/P, Filter holder for two filters (32mm), Lambda plate in holder, Analyzer mount TL L1/25 (60mm) for DM1000.
- Flexacam C3 Camera specifications include: H: 4,000; V: 3,000 (12 MP), pixel dimensions of 1.55 μm × 1.55 μm, rolling shutter capability, exposure range of 100 μs – 120 ms, and supports up to 4K / 60 fps in HDMI mode.
Place of Performance
The products will be delivered to the U.S. Horticultural Research Lab located at 2001 S Rock Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34945.
