RECOVERY Confocal Microscope System

RECOVERY This is combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation not be issued. The solicitation number is 1582437 and solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-40. Delivery and acceptance will be at Bethesda, Maryland. Delivery is 12 weeks. The National Institute of Neurological Disorder and Stroke (NINDS) have a requirement for a Confocal Microscope System. The system has the following requirements: 1) Transmitted Light Detector and DIC Prisms, 2) High Precision XY Scanning Stage, 3) Super Z Galvo Stage, 4) TCS SP5 AOBS Filter Free Spectral Confocal System and STED Components, 5) APD Detective System for SP5 II, 6) Additional Software Modules for SP5 II System and 7) Full Enclosure Incubation System for SP5II. The imaging system have an all coverage warranty of one (1) year with an additional two (2) years extended warranty for maintenance and technical support. The provisions at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The provisions at 52.212-2, Evaluation Commercial Items, is applicable. Specific evaluation criteria: (1) Ability to meet technical specifications and (2) Ability to deliver on time and within specification. Offers will also be evaluated at best value in relation to price. Offerors must include a completed copy of the provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Item, with its offer. Clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Item, applies to this acquisition. Clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statues or Executive Orders Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The quotations are due May 17, 2010 3:00PM EST and will be submitted hard copy or electronically to Jasmine Snoddy, Contract Specialist, 31 Center Drive, Room 1B59, Bethesda, Maryland 20892.





This is being funded with A.R.R.A funds and such terms and conditions are attached.