SZX10 microscope or Equivalent
ID: RFQ435699Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFORNL UT-BATTELLE LLC-DOE CONTRACTOROak Ridge, TN, 37831, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (H266)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/ad2dc59726384a2bb63864f3fbf97dd9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Energy, through the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), is seeking proposals for the procurement of an SZX10 microscope or an equivalent model. This procurement is essential for the Neutron Scattering Division, which requires high-precision optical equipment for scientific research. Interested vendors must submit a firm fixed price quote, including a delivery schedule and completed Representations & Certifications, by January 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Questions regarding the solicitation should be directed to Procurement Officer Landen Treadway at treadwayla@ornl.gov, with inquiries due by January 2, 2026.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Landen Treadway
    (865) 341-3071
    treadwayla@ornl.gov
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    Attachment A - Terms-Conditions-Purchase-Order-Commercial-Items-Services-BSD-CS-2154-10.01.2025.pdf
    This document outlines the Terms & Conditions for Purchase Order Commercial Items & Services Under Simplified Acquisition Threshold for UT-Battelle, LLC, acting under Contract No. DE-AC05-00OR22725 with the U.S. Department of Energy. It defines key terms like 'Government,' 'Company,' and 'Seller,' and establishes the legal framework for agreements. The terms cover dispute resolution under Federal and Tennessee law, an order of precedence for agreement inconsistencies, and the entire agreement clause. Key operational conditions include warranties for goods and services, shipping requirements (U.S. citizens for delivery to DOE labs), and electrical equipment standards (NRTL listing). Financial aspects involve payment via Ariba Network and compliance with laws, including reimbursement for non-compliance fines. The document also details termination conditions (convenience or default), excusable delays, public information release restrictions, access to DOE facilities, and change order procedures by the Procurement Officer. Critical sections address insurance and indemnity, information technology security (NIST SP 800-171), gratuities, and incorporation of various FAR and DEAR provisions. Specific conditions apply if services are performed on a DOE site or involve special items, along with clauses for visa denial, Walsh-Healey Act, commercial computer software, and foreign corrupt practices. Export control regulations and employee concerns/differing professional opinions programs are also mandated. Finally, extensive requirements for the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are detailed, including definitions, permitted use, security safeguards, incident reporting, compliance, termination, audits, and indemnification.
    Attachment B - Prime-Flowdown-Clauses-BSD-CS-2258-10.01.2025.pdf
    This document,
    Attachment C- RFQ435699 Bill of Materials.pdf
    This Bill of Materials (RFQ435699) details a comprehensive list of scientific equipment, primarily microscopy components and accessories, from Evident Scientific Inc. The document specifies various items such as zoom bodies, trinocular tubes, illuminators, focus units, revolving nosepieces, objectives, eyepieces, reticles, LED illumination bases, brightfield cartridges, power supplies, LED light sources, power cords, flexible light guides, ring light systems, digital cameras, C-mount adapters, and software licenses. Each item includes a description, part number, manufacturer, and quantity. This RFQ outlines the required components for a complete microscopy setup, likely for a federal or state grant, or an RFP for scientific research or educational institutions, indicating a procurement need for high-precision optical equipment.
    Attachment D- Reps-and-Certs-Abbreviated - 2025.12.22.pdf
    This Abbreviated Representations and Certifications document, effective December 22, 2025, is a mandatory form for offerors seeking to work with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. It requires offerors to certify their legal business name, Unique Entity ID (UEI), and NAICS code. Key certifications include organizational type (e.g., individual, corporation, nonprofit, government entity) and small business status, encompassing categories such as veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, 8(a) business developmental, woman-owned, and HUBZone small businesses. The document also addresses export control for trigger list, military/space, and dual-use items, requiring detailed information if applicable. Furthermore, it includes certifications related to the Buy American Act for supplies exceeding $15,000, knowledge of child labor for listed end products, and a prohibition on contracting for certain telecommunications and video surveillance services or equipment. Offerors must also disclose potential conflicts of interest for services exceeding $15,000 and certify regarding payments to influence federal transactions if the offer exceeds $200,000. Finally, it mandates compliance with employee concerns programs and differing professional opinion processes. The document emphasizes that misrepresentation can lead to fines, imprisonment, administrative remedies, and ineligibility for government programs.
    RFQ435699.pdf
    Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) 435699, inviting proposals for a Firm Fixed Price subcontract to procure an SZX10 microscope or equivalent. The award will be based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. Proposals are due by January 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with an offer validity period of 60 days. The NAICS code for this solicitation is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing). Offerors must submit a firm fixed price quote with a delivery schedule, completed Representations & Certifications (BSD-CS-2260), and any exceptions to the terms and conditions. Key attachments include ORNL Terms and Conditions, Prime Contract Flowdowns, and a Bill of Materials. Questions regarding the RFQ are due by January 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, and should be directed to Procurement Officer Landen Treadway at treadwayla@ornl.gov.
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