- Country: USA
- Summary: Notice of Intent for Zeiss SEM-XB Workstation Upgrade Kit
- UST Ref No: 126822216
- Deadline: 26 Sep 2025
- Financier: Self Financed
- Purchaser Ownership: Government
- Tender Value: Refer Document
- Notice Type: Tender
- Document Ref. No.: POTS-25-003692
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NOTICE OF INTENT (NOI) - Carl Zeiss , Inc
Product Service Code (PSC): 6640
NAICS Code: 334516
Place of Performance: Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
POTS Number: 25-003692
Description
Description
This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for quotation. No solicitation will be issued, and no quotations will be requested.The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on behalf of the National Institute of Health (NIH), National Eye Institute (NEI), Ophthalmic Genetics and Visual Function Branch (OGVFB), Ocular and Stem Cell Translational Research Section (OSCTRS) intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to Carl Zeiss, Inc, 1 N Broadway, Ste. 1501, White Plains, New York 10601 for the purpose of purchasing an Upgrade Kit SEM/XB Workstation and installation charges. Zeiss is the manufacturer of the Scanning Electron Microscope and because it is currently under a maintenance agreement, any other provider would invalidate that agreement.
This request is for the purchase of equipment and services which includes delivery, installation, and any required configuration or calibration of the upgraded components in at the NEI, OSCTRS.
Justification for Sole Source
Zeiss maintains exclusive control over the design and supply of components specific to their SEM systems. OEM parts are not available through resellers. Zeiss is the only source for the proprietary firmware, calibration protocols, and certified installation support necessary to maintain the instrument-s validated performance. Use of alternative suppliers would void warranties and could compromise system reliability and precision. Moreover, the continuity provided by this upgrade ensures uninterrupted research workflows and protects previous investments made in high-value imaging infrastructure.
Authority
This acquisition is being conducted under the policies of FAR Part 13 - Simplified Acquisition Procedures, Subpart 13.106-1(b)(1). For purchases not exceedi... - Documents:
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CLICK HERE TO LOGINNotice of Intent for Zeiss SEM-XB Workstation Upgrade Kit - USA Tender
The HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION (ASA), a Government sector organization in USA, has announced a new tender for Notice of Intent for Zeiss SEM-XB Workstation Upgrade Kit. This tender is published on USARFP under UST Ref No: 126822216 and is categorized as a Tender. Interested and eligible suppliers are invited to participate by reviewing the tender documents and submitting their bids before the deadline on 2025-09-26.
The estimated tender value is Refer Document, and full details, including technical specifications and submission requirements, are provided in the official tender documents. Ensure all submissions meet the criteria outlined to be considered for evaluation.
