Quantitative Phase Microscopy Optical Module

The Department of Energy Office of Science, through Argonne National Laboratory, is soliciting a firm fixed-price proposal for the fabrication and delivery of a Quantitative Phase Microscopy Optical Module and Objective Lens. This specialized analytical laboratory equipment must meet stringent technical specifications including vertical resolution better than 1.2 nm, horizontal resolution better than 1.2 μm, and a Z measurement range of 3 μm using a 10× lens, with frame rates up to 200 fps for high-speed, non-contact 3D surface profiling applications. The procurement requires a compact unit body under 2000g with dimensions less than 155x90x85 mm, and comprehensive Software Development Kit (SDK) with API/DLL access compatible with Windows 11 and/or Redhat 9, explicitly rejecting proprietary systems without developer access. Evaluation criteria include technical compliance with detailed specifications, pricing, and delivery capability. Quotations are due by June 20, 2025, with only seven days from the posting date for vendors to prepare and submit their proposals.

This solicitation does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors in the analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing sector. The procurement consists of two specific items: one Objective Lens and one Quantitative Phase Microscopy Optical Module to be delivered FOB Destination to Lemont, Illinois. No incumbent contractors or potential award values are disclosed in the solicitation documentation. The delivery location is specified as Lemont, Illinois 60439, which corresponds to Argonne National Laboratory's location. Payment terms are established as net 30 days, and vendors must complete Argonne's Representations and Certifications form while adhering to the laboratory's comprehensive terms and conditions for commercial goods and services, which include 27 primary clauses and 40 incorporated federal acquisition regulations covering environmental protection, export controls, and compliance requirements.