Olympus System Microscope Model BX53

The Medical Readiness Contracting Office - West (MRCO-W) has an upcoming requirement for a microscope with a dual observation attachment for routine organism identification of food borne organisms. The dual observation attachment allows two analysts to observe the same slide simultaneously. This Microscope is for The Food Analysis & Diagnostic Laboratory, Microbiology Section, San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC), Fort Sam Houston, TX.

The Government anticipates awarding a Firm Fixed-Price purchase order for this requirement. The proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is – 339112, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, business size standard of 1000 employees. Responses to the Sources Sought Notice should demonstrate the firm's ability, capability, and responsibility in providing the items listed above. Do not submit pricing information in response to this Sources Sought.

Interested sources should submit a Statement of Capability (3-page limit) detailing their capability to provide the surgical equipment requested to Brooke Army Medical Center (JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX). Additionally, please provide the following information: 1) Organization's name, CAGE code, address, point of contact, phone number, and e-mail address. Please advise if the requirement can be met through a contract vehicle the source already has (i.e. VA FSS contract number).

Contractors responding to this sources sought notice are advised their response does not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse any company or individual for any expense associated with preparation or participation in this research. Interested parties should e-mail responses to derrick.j.johnson2.civ@health.mil ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Item:

Microscope Manufacturer/Vendor:

Olympus Model: Olympus System Microscope Model BX53 Quantity:

1 EA

Purchase Method: One-time buy Minimum Clinical Performance Requirements The Food Analysis & Diagnostic Laboratory (FADL) Microbiology section requires a microscope with a dual observation attachment for routine organism identification of foodborne organisms. The dual observation attachment allows two analysts to observe the same slide simultaneously.

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS - Observation methods must include brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, fluorescence, differential interference contrast, polarized light and simple polarized light - Dimensions- 274.5 mm × 614 mm × 469 mm (10.8 in. × 24.2 in. × 18.5 in.) - Weight- 46.3 lb. (21 kg) - Six position nosepiece - LED illumination Source Considerations - Power source: 140 W - Voltage requirements: 100-120/220-240 V