The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources that can provide a Cryostat that is brand-name or equal to Epredia Cryostar NX70 Cryostat. The Cryostat will be used in both research and clinical laboratories for various sample types. The required equipment must meet the salient characteristics listed, including cold disinfection capability, stainless-steel cooling chamber, and ability to cool parts of the instrument. Some key features of the Cryostat include: • Color touch screen and joystick control for quick, precise adjustments • Knife/blade holder cooling • Ergonomic height adjustment • Motorized cutting with speed control • Blade attachment • Specimen temperature control • Freezing shelf • Adjustable built-in anti-roll plate • Section thickness minimum 1 um or lower • Cooling temperature time to –20 °C from room temperature under 2 hours • Automatic LED lighting • Adjustable lighting levels • Automatic defrost function • Removable debris tray • Safety lock during sectioning • Emergency stop button • Foot pedal operation for hands-free operation • Blade magnet for safety • Spacious chamber The Cryostat must also include a minimum 1-year warranty.