Microtomes, Rotary
The Department of the Army Medical Command, through William Beaumont Medical Center at Fort Bliss, Texas, is soliciting offers for rotary microtomes and related accessories under solicitation number W81K0026QA078. The procurement includes five line items: a manual rotary microtome, an automated rotary microtome, shipping charges, a foot switch, and two power cords, with specific technical specifications including specimen feed of approximately 24mm, section thickness settings of 1-60 micrometers, and safety features such as automatic electronic brakes and blade safety guards. Contractors must be capable of providing installation within five days of award receipt and comply with all access and security requirements for Fort Bliss. Award will be made using a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, with evaluation based on technical capability (acceptable or unacceptable based on meeting salient characteristics) and price. The deadline for submission of offers is April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time.
This solicitation is designated as a women-owned small business (WOSB) set-aside, restricting competition to qualifying small businesses. No incumbent contractor is identified in the available documentation. Delivery of all equipment must occur on or before July 31, 2026, with FOB Destination and the contractor responsible for all transportation costs. The contract is structured as firm fixed price with the contractor responsible for providing all necessary tools, equipment, materials, and on-site cleanup during installation. Performance will take place at Fort Bliss, Texas 79918, with specific delivery requirements to AMC Beaumont Bliss located at the facility.
W81K0026QA078 Department of the Army Medical Command
4/1/26, 11:39 AM Microtomes, Rotary and Accessories
The Medical Readiness Health Contracting Office-West (MRCO-W), acting on behalf of William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC) at Fort Bliss, Texas, is conducting market research for the procurement of rotary microtomes and related accessories. This is a sources sought announcement designed to gather information from potential suppliers regarding their capability to deliver equipment meeting specified salient characteristics, including manual mode operation, specimen feed of approximately 24mm, section thickness settings ranging from 1-60 micrometers, and integrated safety features such as automatic electronic braking, blade safety guards, and safety locks. The procurement falls under NAICS Code 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and PSC 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies). Interested parties must submit responses by March 30, 2026, detailing their capability to meet the stated requirements. It is critical to note that this sources sought announcement is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal request for proposal, request for quotation, or commitment by the Government to award a contract.
This procurement involves no set-aside designations and the Government has not identified any potential incumbents or current contractors in the announcement. No specific award value or budget range has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. The Government seeks to procure one rotary microtome unit featuring a removable antistatic waste tray, surface storage space, and a 2-in-1 blade holder with course feed wheel adjustments. All responses are voluntary and submissions marked as proprietary or competition sensitive will be protected accordingly. Interested sources are responsible for clearly marking any sensitive information contained in their responses and should note that the Government will not provide compensation for information or costs incurred in developing responses to this sources sought announcement.
W81K00-26-Q-A078 Department of the Army Medical Command
3/20/26, 9:14 AM