6650--Microscope and Accessories

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This request for information (RFI/Sources Sought) is issued solely for information and planning purposes. This is NOT a solicitation.
THERE ARE 19 QUESTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS DOCUMENT. PLEASE ANSWER THEM COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY.
The submission of pricing, capabilities for planning purposes, and other market information is highly encouraged and allowed under this RFI in accordance with (IAW) Far 15.201(e).
DISCLAIMER
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked as proprietary will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.
SOURCES SOUGHT/RFI DESCRIPTION
This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought Notice / RFI only. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice / RFI is to gain information about potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS 339112 (size standard of 1,000 Employees). Responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI, further RFIs and/or a solicitation or other announcements may be published.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking sources capable of providing microscope accessories.
Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: Y-THFF TH ATTACHMNT FF
Quantity: 2
Product #: MBB75100
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: C-TB BINOCULAR TUBE-NC
Quantity: 1
Product #: MBB92106
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: CFI 10X EYEPIECE F.N. 22MM-NC
Quantity: 2
Product #: MAK10110
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets
Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: Y-THPL LED POINTER UNIT CH
Quantity: 3
Product #: MBB75145
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: AC ADAPTER
Quantity: 3
Product #: MQF52057
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: POWER CORD (LEAD FREE UL LISTED)
Quantity: 3
Product #: 79035
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: NYLON DUST COVER H600L (50I/55I/EPI-FL)
Quantity: 3
Product #: MXA22049
Equal to product: Components for 2 FTF Teaching Head Sets

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: TBLT CMPTR/NIS-ELEMENTSL F/DS-FI3/DS1000
Quantity: 3
Product #: 97064
Equal to product: Components for 3 Tablets/Elements L Free Standing

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: NIS-L TABLET SUPPORT KIT
Quantity: 3
Product #: 97061
Equal to product: Components for 3 Tablets/Elements L Free Standing

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: CFI PLAN ACHRO 20X NA 0.4 WD 1.3MM-NC
Quantity: 1
Product #: MRL00202
Equal to product: Components for 3 Tablets/Elements L Free Standing

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: C-SP SIMPLE POLARIZER
Quantity: 2
Product #: MBB75370
Equal to product: Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: D-DA SIMPLE ANALYZER
Quantity: 2
Product #: MBN74925
Equal to product: Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: STGE MCRMTR A 1MM IN 100 DIV
Quantity: 3
Product #: MBM11100
Equal to product: Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: ECLIPSE SI R STG BINOC-DRY OBJ SET
Quantity: 1
Product #: MCA77201
Equal to product: Components for Nikon Si KOH LED Microscope

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: POWER CORD R ANGLE (LEAD FREE UL LISTED)
Quantity: 1
Product #: 79036
Equal to product: Components for Nikon Si KOH LED Microscope

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: CC SWING-OUT ACHROMAT CONDENSER 1-100XNC
Quantity: 3
Product #: MBL71305
Equal to product: Dermatology Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: E2-F-BF BLUE LIGHT BLOCKING/CUT FILTER
Quantity: 3
Product #: MCN77100
Equal to product: Dermatology Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: C-ER EYELEVEL RISER
Quantity: 3
Product #: MBB75710
Equal to product: Dermatology Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: CI-NS SPACER FOR NOSEPIECE-NC
Quantity: 3
Product #: MBP91705
Equal to product: Dermatology Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: C-FK EXTND FINE FOCUS KNOB FOR CI/NI-NC
Quantity: 3
Product #: MXA22129
Equal to product: Dermatology Microscope Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: 6FT USB 2.0 A TO MINI-B 5-PIN CABLE
Quantity: 3
Product #: 77012831
Equal to product: Camera Parts

Manufacturer: Nikon Instruments Inc.
Item Description: C-CTC CAMERA TRIGGER CABLE U3/L3
Quantity: 3
Product #: MXA22113
Equal to product: Camera Parts

Equal to product Information:
Main components: Clinic LED Microscope and components

Salient Characteristics for Microscope Accessories

**All accessories must be compatible with Nikon microscopes currently in use at the VA San Diego HCS.

2 FTF Teaching Head Sets
Must have optical/mechanical compatibility with existing Nikon CiL+ 200mm Focal Length microscopes - 60mm Parfocal Distance required.
Couplers must mechanically attach and provide optical alignment to current Nikon microscopes.

3 Tablets/Elements L - Free Standing
Tablets must offer 13.8 Touchscreen with a resolution of at least 2304 x 1536 (201 PPI).
Included Elements L software must control existing Nikon Digital Sight Fi3 camera utilizing 5.9MP HD+ next generation Color CMOS 1/1.8 inch (6.91 x 4.92mm).
Must provide capture, save, annotation, measurement, and video capture capability.

Nikon Si KOH LED Microscope
Must have optical/mechanical cross-compatibility with existing Nikon CiL+ 200mm Focal Length microscopes - 60mm Parfocal Distance required.
Must fit in 403mm x 418mm x 236mm space, and weigh less than 6 kg.
Must have 45 degree Binocular Tube inclination, provide Eye Width Adjustment and Dual Diopters, for both Right and Left Eyes for user comfort.
Must have 5 place Reverse Nosepiece for accurate magnification selection.
DelrinMetal Gears set required for precise Stage Control. Lower 135mm Stage height for Ergonomic safety required.

Ergonomic Dermatology Microscope Parts
Condenser must focus light utilizing Kohler Illumination for a 1x - 100x CFI60 Nikon objective on the current Nikon CiL+ LED microscopes,
Must have Triple-Lens feature and optical/mechanical compatibility with existing microscope. The Eyelevel Risers and Spacer for Nosepiece must be optically designed for a Nikon 200mm Focal Length microscopes, with 60mm Parfocal Distance.
Couplers must mechanically attach and provide optical alignment to current Nikon microscopes. Blue Light Blocking filter must work to reduce Blue Light for optical safety/comfort for users.

Camera Parts
Cables must transmit appropriate signal from Nikon CiL+ microscope to Tablet Controller, signaling Elements L to capture images while capturing accurate Measurement Meta-data, without the user taking their hand off the microscope.

The list of salient characteristics is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive, of the supplies/services that are required.
If your company is interested and capable of providing the required supplies, please provide the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:
(1) Submit your capabilities statement illustrating how your organization can/cannot meet the list of salient characteristics requirements. For instances where your company cannot meet the salient characteristics requirement(s), please explain. For instances where your company can meet the salient characteristics requirement(s), please show how your company meets/exceeds each requirement.
(2) Please review the list of salient characteristics requirements and provide any additional feedback or suggestions. If none, please reply as N/A.
(3) Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.
(4) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified in this RFI?
(5) Are you the manufacturer, authorized distributor, and/or can your company provide a solution to the required supplies/services described in the list of salient characteristics?
(6) If you are a large business, do you have any designated/authorized distributors? If so, please provide their company name, telephone, point of contact and size status (if available).
(7) If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified.
(8) Limitations on Subcontracting: How does your business ensure compliance with the limitations on subcontracting as outlined in 13 CFR § 125.6?
(9) Are the items you are identifying/providing considered Commercial of the Shelf (COTS) items as defined in FAR Part 2.101 under commercial items?
(10) Non-Manufacturer Rule: If applicable, can you confirm your business complies with the Non-Manufacturer rule? Specifically, does your company: Provide a product from a small business manufacturer or processor? Not exceed 500 employees? Primarily engage in the retail or wholesale trade and normally sell the type of item being supplied? Take ownership or possession of the item(s) with its personnel, equipment or facilities in a manner consistent with industry practice?
(11) Please indicate whether your product conforms to the requirements of the Buy American Act?
(12) What is your lead time to deliver a single unit with all components? Is there scale in lead time with greater quantities? Please elaborate.
(13) What is estimated life span of your solution? What support/services does that entail?
(14) Does your proposed equipment have FDA clearance? Please specify what FDA clearance(s) have been obtained.
(15) Does your organization offer a leasing solution? Please elaborate.
(16) Does your company have a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract? If so, please provide the contract number(s).
(17) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC/SAC/BPA/NASA SEWP or any other Federal Government contract holder, are all the items/solutions you are providing information about available on your schedule/contract? Please state if all or some items are available on the contract.
(18) General pricing of your products/solution is encouraged. Pricing will be used for the purpose of market research only. It will not be used to evaluate for any type of award.
(19) Please provide your SAM.gov Unique Entity ID/Cage Code number.
Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Nathan.munson@va.gov. Telephone responses will not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 by 4:00 PM EST.
All responses to this Sources Sought/RFI will be used for planning purposes only. Responses to this Sources Sought Notice / RFI are not considered a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation. If further RFIs and/or a solicitation or other announcement is issued as a result of the information provided from this RFI, all interested parties must respond to the specific posting separately IAW the specifications of that announcement.

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