The Federal Bureau of Investigation intends to award a non-competitive, sole source purchase order to Hirox-USA Inc., 1060 Main Street, Suite 302, River Edge, NJ 07661, under the authority of FAR 13.106-1b, Only One Source Reasonable Available. The FBI intends to acquire a HIROX KH-7700 Digital Microscope. The KH-7700 digital microscope systems uses lens features that are considered "Long Working Distance (WD) and "Extended Depth of Field," made with flourite materials that are suitable over a wide range of light wavelengths, from the ultraviolet to infrared. Based on extensive market research conducted with knowledgeable individuals in Government and the related industry, HIROX-USA Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing a digital microscope system that has a unique catalog of sophisticated lenses and adapters built around a fiber optic cable attached to the camera control system. The lens adapters are among the most sophisticated in the industry with a 360 degree field of view that observes every edge of the sample in real-time video. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has a requirement for the following HIROX 3-D Imaging Systems and accessories:

0001:  High resolution color CCD (2.1 million pixels, 1600 x 1200) digital camera unit

0002:  Captures still image and dynamic images

0003:  Max resolution of capturing still images 30 million pixels

0004:  Timer record: Time rap image capture

0005:  Internal light source (Metal Halide Arc Light Source)

0006:  Integrated LCD monitor

0007:  Integrated computer with DVD-RW/CD-RW; 160GB Hard Drive; 6 USB Ports; Analog RGB

0008:  High Dynamic Range (HDR) Capture

0009:  High Contrast Capture

0010:  Measurement unit Converter

0011:  3D Image rendering with profile (works with auto z axis stand)

0012:  2D Measurement

0013:  Multi focus image

0014:  Auto Multi Focus (works with auto z axis stand)

0015:  Quick 3D Feature (works with auto z axis stand)

0016:  Height Measurement (works with auto z axis stand)

0017:  Volume Measurement (works wit auto z axis stand)

0018:  External and Internal (on Screen) Keyboard

0019:  Camera Cable Extension Booster Box

0020:  5m Camera Cable Extension

0021:  5m Light Fiber Extension

0022:  50x-400x Zoom Lens with Rotary

0023:  HIROX Diffuser for Straight View Attachment

0024:  HIROX Snap-on Variable (25-55 Degree) Oblique Angle View

0025:  HIROX Diffuser Adapter for AD-5040(5030) RVS

0026:  HIROX Snap-on Straight View with Variable Angle Light

0027:  HIROX 32mm Vertical Post with Base Plate

0028:  HIROX Auto Z-Axis Focus Block, Smallest step: 0.05 Micron Meter with Super High Precision Manual Movement

0029:  HIROX 2 Axis Controller, Combined with KH-3000 and ST-HZ, Auto Focus, Height Measurement, Auto Multi Focus (Image Blending) etc. will be capable

0031:  HIROX XY Stage for Backlight use for use with Stands ST-HE, ST-HN, ST-HU

0032:  HIROX Macro Lens 0-50x Zoom Lens

0033:  Lens Holder for Macro and MX(G)-2016Z

0034:  Ring Light for MACRO4 (without fiber cable)

0035:  HIROX Strawscope (Diameter: 4mm/Length: 245mm)

0036:  HIROX Side View Inspection Adapter

This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive quotations, however interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement or submit quotes to this Rhonda Williams by 3:00 PM, EST, Friday, July 18, 2008, via email at [email protected]. Quotes shall be accepted by email only. No other methods of submission will be accepted. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. This contract will be awarded as a commercial item in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation, Parts 12 and 13. All contractors anticipating award, must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) Database.