USDA-ARS-MWA, Contracting Office, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604

66 -- IMAGE ANALYSIS SOFTWARE SYSTEM SOL #7 DUE 072997 POC Gladys Grebner 309-681-6612 The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agriculture Research Service, Purdue University, W. Lafayette, IN has a requirement to purchase an image analysis software system. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This is being issued as a Request for Quotation. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-46. This solicitation is 100% small business set-aside SIC #3823, 500. CLIN 0001 Micro Bright Field, Inc. neurolucida NL-10 or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0002 Micro Bright Field, Inc. High-res motorized stage MS-30 or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0003 Micro Bright Field, Inc. Lucivid LV-10 or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0004 Micro Bright Field, Inc. fRAME grabber VB-20 or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0005 Micro Bright Field, Inc. 3 button GL-20 or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0006 Micro Bright Field, Inc. Color ink jet printer or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0007 Micro Bright Field, Inc. Pentium PC PC-50 or equal, 1 each. CLIN 0008 Micro Bright Field system integration S1-10 or equal, 1 each. The primary application will be measuring morphological characteristics of dendrites from stellate and pyramidal cells. Also some image analysis in the hippocampus will be performed. Interactive image analysis software must have application for neuron tracing and anatomical mapping, trace the branching process of neurons while measuring their length, diameter and volume. Interactive image analysis software must create 3D serial section reconstructions in color with dynamic rotation about any axis. Interactive image analysis software must map, sort and count cells according to type and measure their locations, areas and perimeters. Interactive image analysis software must trace and measure contours and boundaries of histologically distinct regions, data acquisition, display, and analysis modules that allow for the examinaiton of thousands of morphometric parameters. Interactive image analysis software must map open and closed contours and label different types of objects with distinctive markers in single and serial sections. Interactive image analysis software must use optical or video image superposition for data input, or direct tracing of imates mounted on data tablets. Interactive image analysis software must trace neurons and do 3D serial section reconstructions using the same software (separate programs not required). Interactive image analysis software must align serial sections quickly to correct for misalignments of mounted sections. Interactive image analysis software must edit errors as they occur, or during post-acquisition review. Interactive image analysis software must export all analyzed data to popular database and spreadsheet program. Both installation and operator training shall be provided by the bidder. The bidder shall replace or repair defective equipment for a period of at least 1 year after purchase and delivery. Delivery to be within 30 days after receipt of order to USDA, ARS, MWA, Poultry Bldg., Purdue University, W. Lafayette, IN 47907. The resultant contract will be FOB destination. FAR 52.212.1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, and FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions or Executive Orders....Commercial Items apply to this acquisition. Quotations will be evaluated on price and price related factors. Offerors offering "equals" should submit descriptive literature for evaluation. All items are tax exempt. Offers are to be received not later than the close of business, July 291, 1997 at USDA-ARS-MWA, contracting office., 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604. The POC for this acquisition is Gladys Grebner (309) 681-6612. (0189)

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