Nikon Polarizing Microscope and DS100 Camera

The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking one brand-name Nikon polarizing microscope with strain-free optics, a DS100 digital camera, and compatible imaging software for geologic research.

United States of America > INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE > US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY > OFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTS-DENVER


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140G0226Q0184
Sep 21, 2026 11:00 PM
Sep 17, 2026 06:37 PM
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justice_pryor@usgs.gov
Denver Federal Center, Lakewood, CO, USA
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Description

The U.S. Geological Survey is soliciting a firm-fixed-price quote for one brand-name Nikon Ci-Pol polarizing microscope configured with strain-free Nikon optics, trinocular viewing, analyzer and polarizer components, mechanical stage, and 4x, 10x, 20x, and 40x objectives. The equipment will support rock and mineral identification and characterization in thin sections. The requirement also includes a Nikon DS100 digital microscope camera, associated NIS Elements LE imaging software, relay lens, USB cable, power adapter, and related accessories. Offered products must be authentic, manufacturer-certified and warranted, supplied in original intact manufacturer packaging, and meet or exceed the listed salient characteristics. Technical brochures or detailed specifications demonstrating compliance are required with the quote. Delivery is required by December 18, 2026, to the USGS ESP Team at the Denver Federal Center.

Classification Codes
NAICS334516Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC6650Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components and Accessories
Smart Codes
polarizing microscopedigital microscope cameramicroscope imaging software
Specifications
Supply Only
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Timeline
Sep 17, 2026 08:37 PM-Published Date
Sep 18, 2026 06:00 PM-Questions Due Date
Sep 21, 2026 11:00 PM-Quotation Due Date
Dec 18, 2026-Delivery Date
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Sol_140G0226Q0184.pdfSep 17, 2026 12:00 PM
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