Crest V3 DS-ready microscope and 9 more items

Nikon Instruments Inc has been awarded a contract by the University of Virginia valued at $330,399.98, effective August 29, 2026. The prime contractor will deliver advanced microscopy equipment and associated components to Kiersten Bender at the University of Virginia in Virginia. The primary deliverable is a CREST V3 DS-Ready microscope system priced at $250,000, which represents the core component of this scientific instrumentation procurement.

The contract encompasses a comprehensive microscopy platform that includes ancillary imaging and visualization equipment to support the microscope system. Secondary deliverables include an ORCA-Fusion BT sCMOS USB 3.0 camera card ($45,242.10), a Z4 enhanced imaging workstation running version 10 software ($16,025.61), a Thunderbolt 3 4K display monitor ($1,091.37), four objective lenses ranging from 10X to 60X magnification totaling $17,481.10, immersion oil supplies ($159.80), and shipping ($400.00). These components collectively establish a fully integrated advanced microscopy research platform for the University of Virginia.