NIGP 49058: Microscopes, All Types (for Electron See 490-29, and for Operating Room See Class 465)
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Opportunities by state
| Rank | State | Open now | Posted, last 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florida | 1 | 2 |
| 2 | California | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Illinois | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Maryland | 0 | 1 |
| 5 | Massachusetts | 1 | 0 |
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About NIGP 49058
NIGP 49058 Microscopes, All Types is an Item code encompassing the procurement of optical microscopes and related imaging accessories by state and local agencies across educational, forensic, and research functions. State and local governments buy comparison microscopes for forensic analysis, general laboratory and research microscopes for universities and state agencies, and handheld video magnification devices for specialized educational settings. Recent solicitations show strong demand for brand-name systems—particularly Zeiss, Leica, Olympus, and Nikon models—supplied through authorized dealers and resellers on master agreements or cooperative purchasing vehicles. Forensic microscopes dominate near-term activity, with dual-unit comparison systems configured for bullet and cartridge-case examination at state police crime labs. Educational institutions and research universities represent the dominant issuing-body cohort, supplemented by specialized state agencies such as forensic services divisions and departments of transportation.
Recent opportunities span multiple states with particular concentration in Maryland, Illinois, Florida, Texas, and California. The University of Maryland System and its affiliated institutions have been prolific buyers, issuing five separate cooperative-purchasing agreements since June 2026 for Nikon, Leica, Olympus, and Zeiss microscopes across University of Maryland Baltimore, Baltimore County, College Park, Morgan State University, St. Mary's College of Maryland, and Maryland community colleges. The Illinois State Police Division of Forensic Services posted IFB 27-493ISP-ADMIN-B-53673 for dual-unit comparison microscopes equivalent to Leica FS M or LEEDS LCF 2, with bids due September 18, 2026, requiring authorized dealer status, multi-facility installation capability across six forensic science facilities, and a maximum ten-year contract term. The California Department of Justice Bureau of Forensic Services issued RFQ 25-206 on May 7, 2026, for three Leeds LCF3 comparison microscopes or equivalents, with award and full delivery by June 28, 2026. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is running a cooperative purchasing solicitation (Requisition 304T-27-490M2) through the Texas Cooperative Purchasing Network with proposals due September 1, 2026, for microscopes and accessories available to multiple state and local agencies statewide. The University of Mississippi issued sealed-bid solicitation for an FTIR Microscope Micro-sampling and Chemical Imaging System due June 18, 2026. Authorization letters from manufacturers or distributors are standard requirements, and vendors typically must carry general commercial liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence, with minimum one-year manufacturer warranties and F.O.B. destination delivery terms across all recent opportunities.
Quick answers
What is NIGP 49058?
NIGP 49058 is Microscopes, All Types (for Electron See 490-29, and for Operating Room See Class 465), an item in NIGP 15, Laboratory Equipment, Supplies, and Services.
Which states post the most state and local bids under NIGP 49058?
The states with the most state and local contract opportunities under NIGP 49058 posted in the last 90 days are Florida (2), California (1) and Illinois (1).
Which UNSPSC codes match NIGP 49058?
NIGP 49058 maps to 54 UNSPSC codes, including 41111700 Viewing and observing instruments and accessories, 41111701 Ion microscopes and 41111702 Monocular microscopes.
What is the latest state & local contract opportunity under NIGP 49058?
The latest state & local contract opportunity under NIGP 49058 is Microscope Imaging System from Florida, posted October 29, 2026.
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