Brand Name Sole Source Purchase Nikon SMZ800N Stereo Microscope
ID: W912HZ25N7446Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2R2 USA ENGR R AND D CTRVICKSBURG, MS, 39180-6199, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

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https://sam.gov/opp/5cc56eb71c3243e89eb71ff1fef12b94/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), intends to procure a Nikon SMZ800N Stereo Microscope on a sole source basis from Nikon Instruments, Inc. This procurement aims to acquire a complete stereomicroscope system, including all necessary components, installation, and training, to support research activities focused on ecological and aquatic restoration. The microscope will play a crucial role in identifying and dissecting endangered and invasive species, thereby contributing to environmental modeling and forecasting efforts. Interested parties are invited to submit capability statements via email to Shinita Jordan and Sonia Boyd by 3:00 PM Central Time on December 16, 2024, as this is not a request for competitive quotes and no solicitation document exists.

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