Sole Source Notification - Leica Stellaris 8 Falcon-Sted Microscope

The University of Wyoming is issuing a sole source purchase order for a Leica Stellaris 8 Falcon-Sted Microscope through its Procurement and Payment Services, specifically targeting advanced scientific research equipment. The microscope is a highly specialized scientific instrument featuring white light laser technology, STED nanoscopy, FALCON imaging, hybrid photon-counting detectors, and spectral detection capabilities. This unique microscope is the only commercially available platform that integrates fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) and true super-resolution imaging, designed to enable researchers to study subcellular localization, protein interactions, and nanoscale dynamics across various biological systems including plants, fungi, bacteria, and single-cell algae. The procurement is being conducted as a sole source notification, with electronic submissions for statements of capabilities accepted through BidNet's portal until 2:00 PM Mountain Time on September 15, 2025. The university reserves the right to be the sole judge in reviewing responses regarding quality, performance, and price, and maintains discretion in determining whether to proceed with a competitive solicitation based on the responses received.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The procurement is specifically for the Leica Microsystems microscope, with the university seeking to determine if any other vendors can provide a comprehensively comparable product. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documentation, the sophisticated nature of the scientific equipment suggests a potentially significant investment. The procurement is limited to Albany County, Wyoming, and will be governed by the University of Wyoming's standard Terms and Conditions. The sole source notification process indicates that while Leica Microsystems is the primary vendor, the university remains open to alternative proposals that can meet the stringent technological specifications of the Leica Stellaris 8 Falcon-Sted Microscope.