IFB91217 - Leica Microscopes

The University of Maryland, Baltimore's Strategic Sourcing and Acquisition Services is requesting bids on new and unused Leica microscopes and accessories under IFB91217, with bids due June 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET via the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) system. Questions are due June 12, 2026. The procurement is open to authorized Leica sellers or resellers and may be utilized by multiple University of Maryland System campuses (UMB, UMBC, UMCP), Morgan State University, St. Mary's College of Maryland, and any community college in the State of Maryland on a voluntary basis with no guaranteed quantities.

The scope covers the full Leica microscope line with imaging accessories; the contract excludes electron, atomic force, tapping probe, confocal, super-resolution, and surgical microscopy. Vendors must demonstrate capability to set up and demonstrate all included microscope models at no extra charge upon delivery and provide average delivery time estimates. All microscopes must include a minimum one-year manufacturer warranty for parts and labor passing directly to the University. Delivery is FOB to University-specified locations.

Pricing must be quoted as Leica list price less a single percentage discount applied uniformly to both microscopes and accessories. Vendors must identify the latest Leica price list by date or number and provide a copy with their bid. Vendors must maintain current price lists with Strategic Sourcing and provide 30 days' notice before implementing new pricing. Payment terms are NET 30 days.

The contract term is one year beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with five optional one-year renewal periods at the University's discretion. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the lowest total price meeting all solicitation requirements. Vendors must carry Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 each occurrence), Business Automobile Liability ($2,000,000), Workers Compensation at statutory rates, and Errors and Omissions coverage ($1,000,000 per claim), with all policies naming the University and State of Maryland as additional insureds. No pre-bid conference will be held.