Renishaw Inc. Microscope with Installation

Oak Ridge National Laboratory, operated by UT-Battelle under the Department of Energy, is soliciting a firm fixed price quote for a Raman microscope system with installation and related components manufactured by Renishaw Inc. or domestic equivalents meeting the specifications outlined in the solicitation. The Material Science and Technology Division requires the complete system, including a Strada Intelligent Raman Microscope, specialized detectors, dual laser modules (532 nm and 785 nm), motorized microscope stage, Raman Workspace software, supporting software packages, high-performance computing equipment, and an optical table. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposal, with proposals due by February 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST and written questions required by February 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST. Offerors must submit a firm fixed price quote with proposed delivery schedule, completed Abbreviated Representations and Certifications, and identify any exceptions to the terms and conditions provided. The offer validity period is 120 days from submission.

This solicitation carries no small business set-aside designation and does not identify any incumbent contractors. The procurement involves nine line items, each with a quantity of one unit, covering the complete microscope system and associated equipment as detailed in the Bill of Materials (RFQ442269). Key contract requirements include compliance with ORNL Terms and Conditions for Purchase Orders, Prime Flowdown Clauses incorporating extensive FAR and DOE requirements, and mandatory representations regarding export control compliance, Buy American Act adherence, and various small business status certifications. Place of performance is Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830, with all deliveries to DOE facilities required to be made by United States citizens. Interested vendors should submit proposals via email to Procurement Officer Javonte Thomas at thomasjm2@ornl.gov.