Leica HistoCore LIGHTNING S Slide Printer (Product Code: 149061000C1)

The NIH Mouse Embryo Phenotyping Core is seeking a sole‑source purchase of a Leica HistoCore LIGHTNING S slide printer and associated accessories, service contracts, and consumables. The system provides direct UV laser printing of histology slides with high‑resolution text and 2‑D barcodes, supporting both on‑demand and batch workflows in a compact footprint. The procurement includes a five‑year “Silver Service” coverage (four units) and required power and filtration components. No comparable commercial alternative exists that meets the Core’s technical, workflow, and compliance requirements, justifying the sole‑source justification. • Equipment: Leica HistoCore LIGHTNING S (Product Code 149061000C1) – 1 unit • Accessories: batch assembly, master filter, power cord, service contracts (4 units) • Service: 1‑5 year Silver Service coverage, white‑glove delivery, freight handling • Purpose: Enable durable, chemically‑resistant slide labeling with barcode integration for mouse embryo histology studies • Funding: Internal NIH procurement, sole‑source justification required.