Leica DM500 Brightfield 4 Obj. Microscopes

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of 24 Leica DM500 Brightfield microscopes by the Natural and Applied Sciences Division of South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) located in Thurston County, Washington. The microscopes must include features such as the EZTube, EZStore, pre-focused and pre-centered settings, and Leica EZLite LED illumination. JH Technologies has been identified as the sole authorized distributor of Leica microscopes for educational use in the region, and SPSCC has determined that the Leica DM500 model is the only one that meets their specific requirements for durability, safety features, and compatibility with streaming and video capture capabilities to support online learning. SPSCC plans to issue a one-time purchase order on or around November 13, 2024 in the amount of $43,350.03, with all goods to be delivered within 30 days. Offerors capable of meeting the state's requirements are required to submit capability statements within 10 working days of the announcement.

There are no small, diverse, or veteran-owned business set-asides for this procurement, as SPSCC has determined that JH Technologies is the sole source capable of providing the required Leica DM500 Brightfield microscopes and related services. The total cost for the 24 microscopes, including accessories and installation/training, is approximately $39,186.80. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the contract opportunity is limited to Thurston County and funded by the state of Washington.