Bid #75N98026Q00727. Contact: johnsonjr@mail.nih.gov. National Institutes OF Health Olao, Maryland. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking to upgrade its Zeiss LSM 880 confocal microscope. This upgrade includes specific hardware and software. Due Jul 9 (1 day left).
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking to upgrade its Zeiss LSM 880 confocal microscope. This upgrade includes specific hardware and software components like Lightfield 4D, a new workstation, auto immersion, and a Viluma light source. The contract will be awarded based on best value, considering price, technical capability, past performance, and delivery schedule.
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH OLAO issued this public solicitation in Maryland, referenced as solicitation number 75N98026Q00727. It was published on June 30, 2026, and responses are due by July 9, 2026. Questions can be directed to johnsonjr@mail.nih.gov.
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