Digital microscope VHX-XL series
Open Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- N0016427Q0008
- Agency
-
Naval Sea Systems Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Crane, Indiana 47522, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Naval Sea Systems Command seeks a Digital Microscope VHX-XL Series from Keyence Corporation of America, with quotes due October 29, 2026. The procurement is sole source under FAR 13.106-1; however, all responsible sources may submit capability statements for agency consideration, and the Government reserves the right to conduct a competitive procurement at its discretion.
Place of performance is Crane, Indiana. The requirement specifies one unit, Part Number VHX-XL, with delivery by November 13, 2026 to NSWC Crane Supply Operations Building 41 Receiving. The Keyence VHX Series is the only digital microscope on the market meeting the Government's technical requirements within a single integrated platform. Required capabilities include magnification from 5x to 6000x, fully integrated motorized head with automatic magnification switching, 4K resolution imaging with high dynamic range and large depth of field, built-in 3D profiling software, Optical Shadow Effect Mode lighting manipulation, and real-time on-screen measurement. The acquisition includes 15 line items covering the VHX-X1 controller, console, external PC, integrated head, five lens options, motorized base and head assemblies, calibration standard scale, 3D profile measurement module, five-year warranty extension, and shipping. All items are priced on a Firm Fixed Price basis. Purchasing an alternative microscope would result in schedule delay exceeding 12 months and costs exceeding a redacted threshold, failing to meet customer testing requirements. The NAICS code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. Inspection and acceptance occur at destination. The technical point of contact is Brett Werner at 812-854-9646.
Notice text
N00164-27-Q-0008 – SOLE SOURCE - DIGITAL MICROSCOPE VHX-XL SERIES– FSG 6650 - NAICS 334516
ISSUE DATE 22 OCT 2026 – CLOSING DATE 29 OCT 2026 – 12:00 PM Eastern Time
ITEM DESCRIPTION- Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane has a requirement for a Digital Microscope VHX-XL Series, P/N VHX-XL Qty 1, HS CODE 9011800000.
The proposed contract action is for the supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with one source, Keyence Corporation of America, Itasca, IL, (0VZL5) under the authority of FAR 13.106-1. This is being sole sourced because Keyence VHX Series provides a single system that is fully automated. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which shall be considered by the agency. However, a determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this solicitation is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Contractors must be properly registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on SAM registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 866-606-8220 or via the internet at https://sam.gov.
This solicitation is being issued pursuant to the procedures at FAR Part 13. Synopsis exception FAR 5.202(a)(13) applies and Solicitation Number N00164-27-Q-0008 is hereby issued as an attachment hereto.
Contract Opportunities on https://sam.gov/ has officially replaced FBO.gov
All changes to the requirement that occur prior to the closing date will be posted to Contract Opportunities on https://sam.gov/. It is the responsibility of interested vendors to monitor https://sam.gov/ for any amendments, which may be issued to this solicitation.
For changes made after the closing date, only those offerors that provide a quote will be provided any changes/amendments and considered for future discussions and/or award.
Offers shall be e-mailed to cierra.n.vaughn2.civ@us.navy.mil. All required information must be received on or before 29 OCT 2026 - 12:00PM EASTERN TIME.
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