Zeiss Axio Microscopes

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of 4 Zeiss Axio Microscopes. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) provides detailed technical specifications and quantities for the microscope components. FDACS intends to make a single award or no award, as determined to be in the best interest of the state. The bid is due on February 13, 2023, with a public bid opening scheduled for February 14, 2023. Pricing instructions and requirements include firm fixed unit pricing, delivery costs, and a price escalation clause up to 3% for future purchases. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest grand total price. The microscopes will be delivered to the Division of Plant Industry in Gainesville, Florida by June 30, 2023.

The ITB does not specify any set-asides or disadvantaged enterprise designations. No incumbent vendor information is provided. Funding for this procurement will come from state funds, and the budget range is not disclosed. FDACS reserves the right to make a single award or no award, as determined to be in the best interest of the state.