Description
The Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane is issuing a sole‑source procurement for a single Keyence VHX‑XL digital microscope system, required to support advanced naval laboratory needs. The solicitation is posted on 22 Oct 2026 and closes on 29 Oct 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern; offers must be emailed to the listed contracting specialist. The award will be a firm‑fixed‑price contract with delivery required by 13 Nov 2026 to the NSWC Crane facility. Vendors must be SAM‑registered and have a WAWF account.
• Product: Keyence VHX‑XL series digital microscope (full system, including controller, lenses, accessories, 5‑year warranty, and shipping).
• Procurement type: Sole‑source under FAR 13.106‑1; no competition expected but capability statements from other sources are accepted.
• Key deadlines: Offer submission by 29 Oct 2026 12:00 PM ET; delivery by 13 Nov 2026.
• Requirements: Active SAM registration, WAWF account, and compliance with applicable FAR/DFARS clauses.
• Contract value: Not disclosed; typical market price for a complete VHX‑XL system with warranty and accessories ranges from $80 k to $150 k.