Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is seeking a small‑business vendor to supply and install two brand‑name Olympus (Evident) BX43‑1‑3 pathology microscopes for its Cytology laboratory at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center. The microscopes must include True Color LED illumination, all OEM accessories, and must be fully operational upon installation, with on‑site calibration, verification, and training as needed. Delivery and installation must be completed within 90 calendar days of contract award. The contract is a set‑aside for small businesses and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible quote.
• Quantity: 2 BX43‑1‑3 cytology microscopes with True Color LED source and full OEM accessories.
• Scope: Supply, on‑site installation, alignment, calibration, functional verification, and optional training.
• Location: Pathology & Laboratory Management Services – Cytology Section, 10701 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106.
• Delivery/Installation timeline: ≤ 90 days from award.
• Warranty: Minimum 1‑year manufacturer warranty.
• Small‑business set‑aside; NAICS 339112.
• Submission deadline: 13:00 EST, 25 Sep 2026 via email to Kevin Peeples.