Keyence Corporation of America Digital Microscope

SOL #: 140G0226Q0068Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Interior
Us Geological Survey
OFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTS-DENVER
DENVER, CO, 80225, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components And Accessories (6650)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 12, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 22, 2026, 8:30 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The United States Geological Survey (USGS), Denver Microbeam Laboratory, is seeking quotations for a Keyence Corporation of America Digital Microscope VHX-X1 Series and accessories, or an equivalent product. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). Quotations are due by June 22, 2026, at 2:30 PM MDT.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for a digital microscope system that meets specific salient characteristics, including:

  • Product: Keyence VHX-X1 Series Digital Microscope or equal.
  • Technical Specifications: Minimum 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor, 4K resolution, motorized stage (min. 300mm X/Y, 40mm Z travel), capability to tilt up to 250 degrees, coaxial, ring, transmitted, and polarized illumination modes, digital control pad with autofocus, stage movement, lighting, and white balance controls.
  • Integrated System: Controller with 27-inch monitor and Keyence VHX software, lens joint holders compatible with existing Keyence lenses and light sources.
  • Measurement & Imaging: Integrated 2D and 3D measurement capabilities, XY image stitching with 1-micron stage positioning accuracy, Z-stack focus imaging, advanced lighting and digital correction features, grain sizing quantification capability, and image capture in JPG and TIF formats.
  • Warranty: Minimum one-year standard manufacturer's warranty.
  • Delivery: 180 Days After Receipt of Order (FOB Destination).

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
  • NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees.
  • SAM Registration: Vendors must have an active Federal Government contracts registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quotation submission and award.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Submission Deadline: June 22, 2026, 2:30 PM MDT.
  • Questions Deadline: June 17, 2026, 2:30 PM MDT.
  • Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to lisa_williams@ios.doi.gov.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made based on FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, using streamlined evaluation procedures. The Government intends to make a single award to the responsible vendor whose quotation is technically acceptable and lowest-priced.
  • Technical Acceptability: Requires full compliance with all salient characteristics and submission of supporting documentation (brochures, spec sheets, etc.). Only authentic, manufacturer-certified products will be accepted.

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Williams, LisaPRIMARY
lisa_williams@ios.doi.gov
303-236-9327
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303-236-5859

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