Nikon AX R with Nikon Spatial Array ConfocalMicroscope System.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is conducting a market survey to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing a new Brand name or equal to a Nikon AX R with NSPARC Microscope Detector Technology System. The system is required for ex vivo imaging of mouse cochleae to study neuronal dendrites, demanding high-speed, high-sensitivity imaging with features like an upright configuration, single-photon sensitivity, and compatibility with patch-clamp electrophysiology. The intended procurement falls under NAICS code 334516, and interested firms must submit a capability statement demonstrating their experience and ability to meet the specified requirements. Responses must be received via email by 5:00 pm EDT on June 24, 2026. No budget information or location for performance of services is specified in the description.