IFB91218 - Olympus Microscopes

The University of Maryland System Strategic Sourcing and Acquisition Services is requesting bids on new and unused Olympus microscopes and accessories under IFB91218, with bids due June 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) and written questions due June 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET. The contract is available for use by University of Maryland Baltimore, University of Maryland Baltimore County, University of Maryland College Park, any other University of Maryland System campus, Morgan State University, St. Mary's College of Maryland, and any community college in Maryland.

Bidders must be authorized sellers or resellers of Olympus microscopes and must provide a Letter of Authorization if not the manufacturer. A single discount percentage from Olympus manufacturer list price applies to both microscopes and accessories. The scope excludes electron, atomic force, tapping probe, confocal, super resolution, and surgical microscopy. Vendors must quote based on the latest Olympus price list by date and number, provide a minimum one-year parts and labor warranty directly from the manufacturer to the University, and have capability to set up and demonstrate Olympus' entire microscope line at no extra charge upon delivery.

The contract runs for one year from August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027 with five one-year renewal options exercisable at the University's sole discretion. No specific quantities are guaranteed; the contract covers only actual microscopes requested by participating institutions. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total price. Material is quoted FOB delivered to the specified University location at time of order, with payment terms NET 30 days. Vendors must carry Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence, Business Automobile Liability of $2 million per accident, and Workers Compensation with Employer's Liability of $1 million per claim. Minority Business Enterprises are encouraged to respond. No pre-bid conference will be held.