NOI_Electron_Microscope_NAMRU-SA_jlf1_lal1.doc

The Naval Medical Logistics Command (NMLC) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis (in accordance with FAR Part 13.501(a)). The proposed source is Delong America, Inc. of 4020 St. Ambroise, Suite 473, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H4C 2C7. The requirement is for one (1) electron microscope (microscope, electron, scanning/transmission [18-091]) for Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA).

The Naval Medical Logistics Command (NMLC) has a requirement for one (1) electronic microscope (microscope, electron, scanning/transmission [18-091]) for Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA).

The electron microscope shall be capable of imaging particles at low voltage, equal to or less than 25 kV. The electron microscope shall be capable of imaging particles equal to or less than 1 nm. The electron microscope shall be able to perform both conventional transmission electron microscopy (TEM), as well as scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM). The electron microscope shall also be capable of multi-modal scanning electron microscopy (SEM) imaging. The electron microscope shall include a stand-alone glow discharge treatment unit capable of pretreating and modifying TEM grids, and capable of optimizing adsorption of aqueous solutions, to allow for uniform spreading of specimens and to obtain sharper resolution specimen images. Additionally, the glow discharge treatment unit shall provide the capability to image biological samples (e.g. cell suspensions) and electro-spun samples.

The electron microscope shall include, but not be limited to, the following additional equipment and workstation accessories for full system functionality: field emission gun (FEG), integrated imaging column and airlock pumps, two (2) liquid crystal display (LCD) monitors, toolkit (i.e. Allen keys, square valve key, spare o-ring, and vacuum grease), Windows 10 personal computer (PC) configured with electron microscope software, worktable and wheeled cart. The FEG shall provide spatial resolution and improved signal-to-noise ratio to obtain clearer images. The electron microscope shall be designed as a benchtop, modular microscope. The microscope, including additional equipment (e.g. pumps) and workstation accessories (e.g. work table and wheeled cart, monitors) shall have maximum height x width x depth dimensions of 60 in. x 88.6 in. x 37.4 in.

The vendor shall provide on-site operator training for four (4) personnel. The vendor shall provide biomedical technician (BMET) training for two (2) personnel. The vendor shall include at least one (1) year warranty, and provide on-site local maintenance and support for calibration, preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance. The proposed solution shall include surge protection for the microscope. The vendor shall provide two (2) operator manuals and two (2) service manuals. The power requirements are 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

Vendor shall be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized dealer, authorized distributor, or authorized reseller for the proposed equipment, such that OEM warranty and service are provided and maintained by the OEM. All software licensing, warranty, and service associated with the equipment shall be in accordance with the OEM terms and conditions.

The equipment, including claims made for the product, shall be compliant with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, with respect to marketing and delivering medical products for use in the United States of America. These requirements shall apply even if delivery is requested outside of the United States of America. The system shall be installed in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.

Upon delivery, the contractor shall be responsible for uncrating the equipment, transporting it through the facility to the location of intended use for installation, and removing of all trash created in this process. If interim storage is required, the vendor shall make arrangements for the storage. The vendor is also responsible for conducting initial calibration, and operational and performance tests for the electron microscope unit.

This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes and no solicitation document exists for the requirement; however, if a vendor challenges the basis for this requirement, please submit a capability statement that includes sufficient detail and with convincing evidence that clearly demonstrates the capability to submit a product meeting the minimum requirements specified above. Capability statements shall not exceed 5 (8.5 x 11 inch) pages using a font size no smaller than 10-point. All capability statements received by the due date of this notice will be considered by the Government. A request for documentation or additional information or submissions that only ask questions will not be considered as an affirmative response. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement or to proceed with a sole source procurement.

Capability statements are due by 1300 Eastern Time, 05 June 2019. Capability statements shall be submitted by email ONLY as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment to the following address: laura.a.lebherz.civ@mail.mil. No phone calls will be accepted.