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Carl Zeiss AxioObserver 7 & AxioObserver 5 Inverted Microscopes with Installation and Calibration

Sources Sought Synopsis

CAUTION:

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for the Government to purchase One (1) Carl Zeiss AxioObserver 7 Inverted Microscope with Stand and two (2) Carl

Zeiss AxioObserver 5 Inverted Microscopes with, on Firm Fixed Price (FFP), commercial, brand name contract. In addition, vendor will also be responsible for installing and calibrating microscopes after delivery. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The Government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

The information received will be utilized by the USAF in developing its acquisition strategy, Purchase Description and Specification. Any proprietary information that is submitted may be used as a general concept, but specific information will be safeguarded as proprietary, if so marked and clearly identified in accordance with (IAW) the applicable Government regulations. The Government requests that non-proprietary information be submitted in response to this SSS. However, should proprietary information be submitted, it should be marked

“PROPRIETARY,” and will be handled accordingly. The Government shall not be liable for or suffer any consequential damages for any proprietary information not properly identified.

Proprietary information will be safeguarded IAW the applicable Government regulations.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Below is a document containing the Item Description of various part numbers and quantities that make up three (3) Carl Zeiss Inverted Microscopes being sought.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the Government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.)

a. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

3. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.

4. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to Shelby Mancello (405)

582-9143.

One (1) Carl Zeiss AxioObserver 7 Inverted Microscope with Anti-vibration Table to include:

Quantity Item No. Item Description

1 12-4310099904 AxioObserver 7 Materials Microscope Stand

1 12-423625

FL Shutter, Internal, Reflected Light, for AxioObserver

D1/7m

1 12-430051 Z (Focus) Drive, Right, for Manual & Motorized Microscopes, 1 12-4230009901 Lamp Housing, HAL 100 12V/100W with Mirrored Quartz

2 12-3800591660

Bulb, Halogen 12V, 100W, for LH 12-447217/219 and 12-

423000, 1 12-425537 Binocular Tube, 45°/23 mm Field of View, with Manual

1 12-424948 Reflector Turret, 6-Position, Motorized, Automatic

1 12-1068113 Protection Filter for Reflector Turret, for AxioObserver

1 12-431013 Tube Lens (Optovar) Turret, 3-position, Motorized

1 12-432044 Stage Adapter for AxioObserver 3/D1/7m, Required for

1 12-459330 Dust Cover for Axiovert 200 & AxioObserver

1 12-4236089010

HD/POL/FL Light Train Apochromatic, Epi-Illumination, Motorized

1 12-1069229 Path Deflection Mirror Insert for Beam Splitting, Side Port or

1 12-425154

Video Port, Right/Left 60N, 3-Position, 100/0, 0/100 L, 20/80

R, 1 12-423646 Iris Stop Slider, Field Diaphragm, Motorized, for 12-423607

1 12-423644 Aperture Iris Slider, Aperture Diaphragm, Motorized, 1 12-477189 Vibration Isolation Table, 290 x 470 mm, for Axiovert 200 &

1 12-1268705 Optovar Lens, 1.6X, for AxioObserver D1/7m

1 12-1005856 Optovar Lens, 2.5X, for AxioObserver D1/7m

1 12-4320299904 Stage, Scanning, Step 130 x 100 For AxioObserver

1 12-4329299011 Stage Controller, XY Step SMC 2009 for Scanning Stages, 1 12-4329039011

Joystick XY; CAN (D) for Mechanical Stages Motorized;

CAN,

1 12-4513459902 Stage Insert, Metal, 160 x 110 mm, 28 mm Opening

2 12-4440369000 Eyepiece, PL 10X/23 mm Field of View, Focusing

2 12-444801 Rubber Eyecup

1 12-4249289901

Reflector Cube, Brightfield, Push & Click, Automatic

Component

1 12-4249229901

Reflector Cube, Darkfield, Push & Click, Automatic

Component

1 12-424931

Reflector Cube, EC FL, Push & Click, Includes 2° Tilt of

Barrier Filter to

1 12-4880109901

Filter Set 10, FL, EX BP 450-490 nm, BS FT 510, EM BP

515-565

1 12-4249239901 Reflector Cube, POL, Push & Click, Automatic Component

1 12-428103

Analyzer Slider (Reflected/Transmitted Light) with 360

Degree

1 12-447836

Filter, Gray, Neutral Density, 25% Transmission, 25 mm

Diameter

1 12-447835

Filter, Gray, Neutral Density, 6% Transmission, 25 mm

Diameter

1 12-4223209960 Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 2.5X/0.06 BF/DF, 15 mm

1 12-1156514

Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 5X/0.13 BF/DF/DIC, 14.5 mm

1 12-4223429960 Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 10X/0.25 BF/DF/DIC, 9 mm

1 12-1156524

Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 20X/0.50 BF/DF/DIC, 2.2 mm

1 12-4223729961

Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 50X/0.80 BF/DF/DIC, 0.60 mm

1 12-4223929960

Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 100X/0.90 BF/DF/DIC, 0.28 mm

1 12-4109029901 Zeiss 64-bit Imaging Workstation (32 GB RAM Memory)

1 105-MLCD27W

Monitor, LCD 27", WUXGA 1920 x 1080, Widescreen, DVI

Interface

1 12-426558

AxioCam 503 Color, Digital Camera, 2.8 Megapixel, USB

3.0/PCIe

1 12-426113

Camera Adapter, 0.63X C-Mount 60N, 2/3" Chips

(AxioImager, 1 12-4101301909 AxioVision 4, Software Site License (Rel. 4.9.1)

1 12-1235943 AxioVision 4, Z-Stack Module Site License

1 12-1235919 AxioVision 4, Autofocus Module Site License

1 12-1235934 AxioVision 4, MosaiX Module Site License

1 12-1235928 AxioVision 4, Imaging Plus Module Site License

1 12-1235923 AxioVision 4, Extended Focus Module Site License

1 12-4101321408 AxioVision 4, MultiPhase Module Site License

1 12-4101321406 AxioVision 4, Grains Module Site License

1 12-1281863 AxioVision 4, Automeasure Module Site License

1 12-1281864 AxioVision 4, Automeasure Plus Module Site License

1 12-1235920 AxioVision 4, Commander Module Site License

1 12-1235931 AxioVision 4, Interactive Measurement Module Site License

12-

410131120005 AxioVision 4, Asset Archive Module Site License

1 120-MIAT-M Microscopy and Image Analysis Training - Motorized

Two (2) Carl Zeiss AxioObserver 5 Inverted Microscopes with Anti-vibration Table to include:

Quantity Item No. Item Description

2 12-4310089903 AxioObserver 5 Materials Microscope Stand

2 12-4236089000

HD/POL/FL Light Train Apochromatic, Epi-Illumination, Manual

2 12-423625 FL Shutter, Internal, Reflected Light, for AxioObserver D1/7m

2 12-430052 Z (Focus) Drive, Left, for Manual & Motorized Microscopes, 2 12-1069227 Path Deflection Mirror Insert for Beam Splitting, Side Port

2 12-1062360 Iris Stop Slider, Field Diaphragm, Manual

2 12-1148980 Aperture Iris Slider, Aperture Diaphragm, Manual

2 12-432923 LCD Display with Holder for AxioObserver D1m

2 12-4230009901 Lamp Housing, HAL 100 12V/100W with Mirrored Quartz

2 12-3800591660

Bulb, Halogen 12V, 100W, for LH 12-447217/219 and 12-

423000, 2 12-425537 Binocular Tube, 45°/23 mm Field of View, with Manual

2 12-424946 Reflector Turret, 6-Position, Manual, Encoded, for

2 12-1068113 Protection Filter for Reflector Turret, for AxioObserver

2 12-431012 Tube Lens (Optovar) Turret, 3-position, 1x Included, Encoded

2 12-432044 Stage Adapter for AxioObserver 3/D1/7m, Required for

2 12-459330 Dust Cover for Axiovert 200 & AxioObserver

2 12-477189 Vibration Isolation Table, 290 x 470 mm, for Axiovert 200 &

2 12-1268705 Optovar Lens, 1.6X, for AxioObserver D1/7m

2 12-1005856 Optovar Lens, 2.5X, for AxioObserver D1/7m

2 12-425150

Video Port, Left 60N, 2-position, 0/100, 80/20, for

AxioObserver 3/D1m

2 12-4320169901 Stage, Mechanical 130 mm x 85 mm, Reflected Light

2 12-4513459902 Stage Insert, Metal, 160 x 110 mm, 28 mm Opening

4 12-4440369000 Eyepiece, PL 10X/23 mm Field of View, Focusing

4 12-444801 Rubber Eyecup

2 12-4249289901

Reflector Cube, Brightfield, Push & Click, Automatic

Component

2 12-4249229901

Reflector Cube, Darkfield, Push & Click, Automatic

Component

2 12-424931

Reflector Cube, EC FL, Push & Click, Includes 2° Tilt of

Barrier Filter to

2 12-4880109901

Filter Set 10, FL, EX BP 450-490 nm, BS FT 510, EM BP 515-

2 12-4249239901 Reflector Cube, POL, Push & Click, Automatic Component

2 12-428103 Analyzer Slider (Reflected/Transmitted Light) with 360 Degree

2 12-447836

Filter, Gray, Neutral Density, 25% Transmission, 25 mm

Diameter

2 12-447835

Filter, Gray, Neutral Density, 6% Transmission, 25 mm

Diameter

2 12-4223209960 Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 2.5X/0.06 BF/DF, 15 mm

2 12-1156514 Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 5X/0.13 BF/DF/DIC, 14.5 mm

2 12-4223429960 Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 10X/0.25 BF/DF/DIC, 9 mm

2 12-1156524 Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 20X/0.50 BF/DF/DIC, 2.2 mm

2 12-4223729961

Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 50X/0.80 BF/DF/DIC, 0.60 mm

2 12-4223929960

Objective, EC EpiPlan Neofluar 100X/0.90 BF/DF/DIC, 0.28 mm

2 12-4109029901 Zeiss 64-bit Imaging Workstation (32 GB RAM Memory)

2 105-MLCD27W

Monitor, LCD 27", WUXGA 1920 x 1080, Widescreen, DVI

Interface

2 12-426558

AxioCam 503 Color, Digital Camera, 2.8 Megapixel, USB

3.0/PCIe

2 12-426113

Camera Adapter, 0.63X C-Mount 60N, 2/3" Chips

(AxioImager, 2 12-4101301909 AxioVision 4, Software Site License (Rel. 4.9.1)

2 12-1235943 AxioVision 4, Z-Stack Module Site License

2 12-1235938 AxioVision 4, Panorama Module Site License

2 12-1235928 AxioVision 4, Imaging Plus Module Site License

2 12-1235923 AxioVision 4, Extended Focus Module Site License

2 12-4101321408 AxioVision 4, MultiPhase Module Site License

2 12-4101321406 AxioVision 4, Grains Module Site License

2 12-1281863 AxioVision 4, Automeasure Module Site License

2 12-1281864 AxioVision 4, Automeasure Plus Module Site License

2 12-1235920 AxioVision 4, Commander Module Site License

2 12-1235931 AxioVision 4, Interactive Measurement Module Site License

12-

410131120005 AxioVision 4, Asset Archive Module Site License

2 120-MIAT-A Microscopy and Image Analysis Training - Advanced

PURPOSE/DESCRIPTION

The Government is conducting market research to identify potential sources that possess the technical data, expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet qualification requirements to provide the three (3) Carl Zeiss Inverted Microscope to include items listed. In addition, the vender will install all microscopes. The vender will be responsible any calibration, adjustments and or any tools or skills needed for said installation, calibration and or needed adjustments to ensure the finished product is fully functional and operational prior being said to be complete or delivery complete.

The proposed acquisition effort is expected to be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), commercial, brand name contract consisting of three (3) Carl Zeiss Inverted Microscopes IAW FAR Part 12

(Commercial Contracts). The Contractor shall provide all labor, transportation and other incidentals necessary to travel to Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, to deliver the three (3) Carl Zeiss

Inverted Microscopes via Free on Board Destination (FOB) Destination. Shipping should be included in the line item pricing, not on a separate line.

The Contractor shall be responsible for insuring all parts provided under the proposed contract are in accordance with the terms and conditions of the proposed contract and conform to the manufacturer’s equipment specifications.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:

Company/Institute Name:

Address:

Point of Contact:

CAGE Code:

Phone Number:

E-mail Address:

Web Page URL:

Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code:

334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)

Size Standard: 1,000 employees

Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is:

Small Business (Yes / No)

Woman Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

Small Disadvantaged Business (Yes / No)

8(a) Certified (Yes / No)

HUBZone Certified (Yes / No)

Veteran Owned Small Business (Yes / No)

Service Disabled Veteran Small Business (Yes / No)

Central Contractor Registration (CCR). (Yes / No)

A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).

Part II. Capability Survey Questions

A. General Capability Questions:

1. Describe briefly the capabilities of your facility and the nature of the goods and/or services you provide. Include a description of your staff composition and management structure.

2. Describe your company's past experience on previous projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact

(Contracting Officer or Program Manager).

3. What quality assurance processes and test qualification practices does your company employ? Please provide a description of your quality program (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)

4. Are there specific requirements in the documentation that we provide that would currently preclude your product from being a viable solution to our requirement?

5. Include a detailed listing of facilities and equipment, including quantities, required to satisfy the requirements of this effort.

a. Provide an outline of the proposed process, including inspections.

B. Commerciality Questions:

1. Are there established catalog or market prices for our requirement? If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public? Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.

2. Describe your standard warranty and return process for goods and services furnished to the government for items similar in nature to this requirement.

C. Services Questions

1. Describe your services capabilities and experience with regard to the requirements of this effort.

2. Demonstrate your ability and experience for the same or similar services, which are currently provided in the commercial and/or military environment by providing the following information on the same or similar items:

a) Contract Number

b) Procuring Agency

c) Contract Value

d) Services Provided

3. Discuss your process for addressing any fit, form, and or function issues that may arise out of the requirements of this effort.

4. How will your organization address the absence of drawings, specifications, technical data, test procedures, etc.

5. If your company can not perform the entirety of the requirement what part could or would your company be able to perform. Provide specific info on what could be broken out for your company’s performance.

Responses along with any supporting documentation or questions must be received no later than 15 days from date of posting to the primary point of contact below:

Contracting Office Address:

AFSC/PZIMB

3001 Staff Drive 2S76

Tinker AFB, OK 73145

United States

Primary Point of Contact:

Shelby Mancello

Contracting Specialist shelby.mancello@us.af.mil

Phone: 405-582-9143

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