IFB91218-1 Olympus Microscopes

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is requesting bids on new and unused Olympus microscopes and accessories under IFB 91218-1, with bids due July 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET and questions due July 14, 2026. This is a cooperative purchasing vehicle open to University of Maryland, Baltimore; University of Maryland Baltimore County; University of Maryland College Park; Morgan State University; St. Mary's College of Maryland; and any community college in Maryland.

Vendors must be authorized Olympus dealers, distributors, value-added resellers, or manufacturer representatives and must provide letters of authorization. The scope covers new and unused optical microscopes and imaging accessories, excluding electron, atomic force, tapping probe, confocal, super resolution, and surgical microscopy. Vendors must demonstrate capability to set up and demonstrate the manufacturer's entire microscope line at no extra charge upon delivery and must quote average delivery time after order receipt.

Pricing shall be quoted as a single percentage discount off Olympus list price covering both microscopes and accessories. Vendors must identify the latest Olympus price list by date or number and provide a copy with their bid; successful vendors must supply updated price lists and provide at least 30 days' notice before implementing new pricing. Minimum warranty is one year for parts and labor with manufacturer warranty passing directly to the University. Payment terms are NET 30, with delivery F.O.B. to the University location specified at time of order.

The contract term runs August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027, with five optional one-year renewal periods exercisable at the University's sole discretion. There is no guaranteed quantity; use is voluntary by participating campuses, which will issue their own purchase orders or pay by credit card for orders under $4,999. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total price meeting all requirements. All bids must be submitted electronically via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage. No pre-bid conference will be held.