DFS Comparison Microscopes

ISP - Illinois State Police

Published: Sep 1, 2026

Updated: Sep 1, 2026

Source: illinois_bidbuy

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the security and defense sector, with a focus on Police. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 18, 2026.

Published through Illinois BidBuy, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the security and defense sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This procurement notice from the Illinois State Police (ISP) in the United States, with bid solicitation number 27-493ISP-ADMIN-B-53673, concerns the acquisition of DFS Comparison Microscopes. The organization issuing the notice is the ISP, suggesting these microscopes are intended for forensic or investigative purposes. Comparison microscopes are specialized instruments used in forensic science to compare two distinct specimens side-by-side, commonly employed for analyzing firearms evidence (ballistics), questioned documents, and trace evidence. Typical requirements for such a tender would include detailed technical specifications for the microscope's optical performance, magnification capabilities, illumination sources, and compatibility with various imaging or analysis software. The ISP will likely seek high-quality, reliable equipment suitable for demanding laboratory environments. Evaluation criteria may include technical merit, vendor support, warranty provisions, and overall cost-effectiveness. This procurement aims to enhance the analytical capabilities of the Illinois State Police forensic services.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Illinois BidBuy and was originally published on September 1, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About ISP - Illinois State Police

ISP - Illinois State Police has issued 59 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Security, Defense & Justice, Governance & Public Administration, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Illinois BidBuy. Most recent publication: September 1, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 18, 2026. You have 17 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by ISP - Illinois State Police in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Security, Defense & Justice sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Illinois BidBuy to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.