Brand Name Nikon Microscope and Camera

Background
The U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has a requirement for the procurement of Brand Name Nikon Microscope and Camera. This acquisition is part of the agency's mission to support geologic mapping and related research, which is prioritized by the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (NCGMP) and Mineral Resources Program (MRP). The goal of this contract is to enable USGS researchers to effectively capture, process, report, and distribute scientific data relevant to high-level Administration priorities regarding mineral and energy commodities.

Work Details
The contract requires the delivery of a Brand Name Nikon Ci-Pol Microscope with Strain Free Nikon Optics and a DS100 Camera integrated with NIS Elements LE. The specific items to be delivered include:

1. Brand Name Nikon Ci-Pol Microscope
- Quantity: 1
- Specifications include:
- P-TT3 Trinocular Tube T-NC (MDB93105) - 1
- CFI 10X Eyepiece F.N. 22MM-NC (MAK10110) - 2
- P-I Intermediate Tube W/Analyzer-NC (MDB45305) - 1
- CI-POL Main Body-NC (MDA96000) - 1
- P-N Centering 5-Place Nosepiece-NC (MDP44205) - 1
- CFI P Achro 4X-NC (MRP50042) - 1
- CFI P Achro 10X-NC (MRP50102) - 1
- CFI P Achro 20X-NC (MRP50202) - 1
- CFI P Achro 40X-NC (MRP50402) - 1
- P-AMH Mechanical Stage (MDC45000) - 1*
- DIA-Polarizer (MDN11920) - 1*
- Strain-Free Achromat Condenser CH (MDL11305) - 1
- Additional components including bulbs, dust cover, microscope pad, camera, and cables.
2. Delivery Location: USGS ESP Team, MS 980, Box 25046 Denver Federal Center, Denver CO 80225.
3. Delivery Date: December 18, 2026.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract extends until December 18, 2026.

Place of Performance
Denver Federal Center Denver CO 80225-0046

Bidder Requirements
This solicitation is a Small Business Set Aside. Bidders must comply with all requirements outlined in the solicitation including any necessary certifications or authorizations related to the products offered.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This RFQ appears to have a closely related prior contract for the same type of equipment, with Brook-Anco identified as the awardee on contract 140G0124P0240 for “NIKON MICROSCOPE” (award value $41,523; 07/29/24–11/27/24). The current requirement again calls for a brand-name Nikon microscope and camera package (including a Nikon Ci-Pol microscope and DS100 camera integrated with NIS Elements), which suggests continuity in procuring Nikon microscopy hardware for USGS use.