Purchase of Nikon LV100 POL Microscope

This notice is being posted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 5.101 requiring Contracting Officers to disseminate information for proposed contract actions expected to exceed $25,000.00. In accordance with FAR Part 8.4 Federal Supply Schedules, it is the intent of the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of Acquisition Management (OAQ-MD), Dallas, TX to issue a sole source delivery order to Nikon Instruments Inc. for the purchase of a Nikon Eclipse, LV100 POL microscope system. This notice is posted in compliance with FAR 8.402(f)(1) to cover those integral open market parts of this microscope system not covered by the Federal Supply Schedule, which will be identified separately on the delivery order and in accordance with FAR guidance. The Government anticipates the award of a firm fixed price delivery order. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations, and no solicitation will be issued. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award is solely within the discretion of the Government. Interested sources must respond in writing with clear and convincing evidence of their ability to provide timely and effective products and services. This notice will close and award will be made for this commercial item as of 4:00 PM CDT on August 18, 2010.