Automated Viscosity Instrument -40°C
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically AFLCMC/PZI Installation Contracting Support at Wright Patterson AFB, OH, is soliciting quotes for one (1) Automated Viscosity Instrument -40°C. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 334513. The instrument is required for kinematic viscosity testing of hydraulic and coolant fluids at low temperatures, adhering to ASTM D445 and D2532 standards. Quotes are due by July 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of a single Automated Viscosity Instrument -40°C. The instrument must be capable of maintaining testing temperatures at -20°C and -40°C with an accuracy of +/- 0.05°C, operate on 110-120 V, 50-60 Hz power, and be a benchtop unit not exceeding 32 in (W) x 26 in (D). The purchase includes a minimum one-year warranty, shipping, onsite installation, and training by qualified staff at Wright-Patterson AFB. All products must be manufactured in a qualifying country per DFARS 225.872.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (FA860126Q0022)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 334513, 750-employee size standard)
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Period of Performance: Delivery required within 12 weeks after receipt of order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: Wright Patterson AFB, OH.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: July 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to both Jordan Dean (jordan.dean.8@us.af.mil) and Jennifer Blackford (jennifer.blackford@us.af.mil).
- Email Requirements: Subject line must be "FA860126Q0022, Automated Viscosity Instrument -40°C". The entire quotation, including attachments, must be in a single email not exceeding 5 MB. Compressed files (.zip, .exe) are not permitted; only .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx attachments are allowed.
- Content Requirements: Offerors must complete and return the 'Required Information Sheet' and include a description/detail of the supply/service, not just pricing. Quotes must be in whole dollars and conform to the CLIN structure.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on Technical (Acceptable/Unacceptable) and Price (lowest evaluated price among acceptable offers). The Government reserves the right to conduct interchanges, make no award, or cancel the solicitation.
- Quote Validity: Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the due date.
Additional Notes
- SAM Registration: Offerors must be actively registered in SAM.gov, with registration updated within the last 12 months, to be considered responsive.
- Tariffs: Customs duties on eligible items are not to be included in the quote price; the Government will assist with duty-free entry.
- Attachments: The solicitation includes a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation and a Statement of Work (SOW).