SOW_HXN_Microscope_signed.pdf

This is a Statement of Objectives for a HXN Micromanipulator Microscope from Brookhaven National Laboratory, dated January 13, 2006.

The microscope must be equipped with both reflection and transmission illumination capabilities. The system requires high-numerical aperture objectives with a minimum 6mm working distance, specifically: 2.5x magnification; 5x with 0.15 NA or higher; 10x with 0.30 NA or higher; 20x with 0.40 NA or higher; and 50x with 0.60 NA or higher. The microscope stage shall feature a 150x100mm travel manual stage that is upgradeable to motorized operation in the future and must be compatible with the existing Nikon DS-Fi3 microscope camera. The vendor is responsible for system setup and demonstration with the existing DS-Fi3 camera, verification of proper operation, and provision of on-site training for instrument operation. The information is controlled under U.S. Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR Parts 730-774 as EAR99 Technology. The document is signed by Randy Smith, identified as the Requestor or Technical Representative.