# 6515--541-26-3-250-0303 - Olympus BX43 Pathology Microscope Brand Name Only Small Business Set-Aside

Notice aefbe613051e4c0397b83f68aa8903c4 (solicitation 36C25026Q1066) from VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF, 250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250), posted 2026-09-23, responses due 2026-09-25T17:00:00.000Z. Status: open.

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Notice ID | aefbe613051e4c0397b83f68aa8903c4 |
| Solicitation number | 36C25026Q1066 |
| Type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Agency | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF |
| Sub-tier | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF |
| Office | 250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) |
| Posted | 2026-09-23T18:33:22.000Z |
| Response deadline (UTC) | 2026-09-25T17:00:00.000Z |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| NAICS | 339112 |
| PSC | 6515 |
| Place of performance | Cleveland, OH, USA |
| Award | - |

## Description

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice *= Required Field Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice DESCRIPTION This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.6, Streamlined Procedures for Evaluation and Solicitation for Commercial Items, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation document will not be issued. This solicitation is issued as an RFQ. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2023-01. This solicitation is a Small Business set-aside. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 339112. The FSC/PSC is 6515. The NCO 10 for Cleveland VA Medical Center is seeking to purchase the Olympus BX Microscope for the Cytology Department. This solicitation closes on September 25, 2026 @ 13:00 AM. Quotes should be submitted to Kevin Peeples kevin.peeples@va.gov Please reference 36C25026Q1066 1. Contracting Officer s Representative (COR NA 2. CONTRACT TITLE: BX43-1-3 Cytology Microscopes 3. BACKGROUND The Department of Veterans Affairs Northeast Ohio Healthcare System (VANEOHS) has an immediate requirement for the procurement of two (2) brand name Evident (formerly Olympus) BX43-1-3 cytology microscopes, inclusive of the True Color LED light source compatible with BX43F, BX46F, and BX63F platforms, and all required Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) components and accessories necessary for full clinical activation and use. The requested microscopes are additional units to the currently deployed Evident BX-series microscopes within the Cytology Section of Pathology & Laboratory Management Services (PALMS). The laboratory s diagnostic workflows, digital imaging systems, standardized operating procedures, educational protocols, and preventative maintenance programs are fully based upon the Evident BX-series platform. The Cytology laboratory s diagnostic workflows, digital imaging systems, standardized operating procedures, educational platforms, and preventative maintenance programs are built upon the BX-series architecture. The Cytology Section performs high-resolution visualization and evaluation of: Cellular morphology Cytological abnormalities Microbiological organisms Inflammatory processes Neoplastic pathologies These diagnostic evaluations are mission-critical to accurate, timely, and actionable patient diagnoses. This acquisition is required to maintain full operational capacity, mitigate diagnostic backlog, maximize utilization of existing Government-owned assets, and ensure uninterrupted cytopathology services. 4. SCOPE The Contractor shall provide two (2) new, current production BX43-1-3 microscopes, inclusive of the True Color LED light source and all requested and associated OEM components, accessories, modules, assemblies, and consumables required for immediate clinical deployment within the Cytology Section. The Contractor shall provide on-site installation, configuration, and operational verification of all microscopes and associated OEM components at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, Pathology & Laboratory Management Services Cytology Section. Installation shall include full assembly, alignment of optical components, calibration of the illumination system, verification of mechanical stage functionality, confirmation of imaging integration (if applicable), and validation of overall system performance for clinical diagnostic use. All equipment shall be fully operational and ready for immediate patient care application upon completion of installation. Any deficiencies identified during installation or inspection shall be corrected by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government prior to final acceptance. The microscopes and components shall meet or exceed the following operational, optical, interoperability, and performance requirements: Optical and Imaging Performance: UIS2 infinity-corrected optical system Plan Apochromat or Plan Fluorite objectives optimized for cytology applications High numerical aperture objectives suitable for oil immersion cytopathology 100x oil immersion capability Wide field number (FN 22 or greater) High-resolution visualization suitable for evaluation of cellular morphology, cytologic abnormalities, infectious organisms, and neoplastic processes OEM camera adapter compatibility for integration with existing digital imaging systems Illumination System: True Color LED light source compatible with BX43F, BX46F, and BX63F Daylight-balanced illumination to support accurate cytologic color interpretation Flicker-free, stable output LED lifespan 20,000 hours Intensity memory function Uniform illumination across full field of view Ergonomic and Mechanical Features: Ergonomic observation tube with adjustable inclination Low-position coaxial focus knobs Coarse and fine focus with tension adjustment Precision mechanical stage with fine movement control Stage inserts compatible with cytology slide preparation Configuration optimized for prolonged microscopic review Required OEM Accessories and Components: The Contractor shall provide all OEM components necessary to ensure full functionality and activation, including but not limited to: Proprietary stage inserts Light modules Camera adapters Immersion oil kits (OEM approved) Dust covers Power cords Calibration and setup materials Required mounting hardware Any additional OEM components necessary for clinical operation All components must be new, OEM-manufactured, and fully compatible with existing Evident BX-series microscopes currently deployed within the laboratory. Interoperability Requirements: The Cytology Section is standardized on the Evident BX-series microscope platform. All diagnostic workflows, imaging protocols, trai

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