Cruse Scanner Hardware Upgrade and Install
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 (FA8604 AFLCMC PZI) has issued a Special Notice regarding a sole source acquisition for Cruse Scanner Hardware Upgrade and Install for the National Museum of the US Air Force at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. The intended award is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to Reprographic Designs. This notice serves as a justification for a non-competitive award, not a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Work
This acquisition involves a hardware upgrade and installation for Cruse scanners. The upgrade includes new light bulbs, cameras, and lenses, aimed at increasing the scanners' speed and accuracy. These services are critical for maintaining the operational capability of the Cruse scanners at the National Museum of the US Air Force.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Sole Source Justification)
- Intended Awardee: Reprographic Designs (Houston, TX)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: H236 (Equipment And Materials Testing: Special Industry Machinery)
- Place of Performance: Wright Patterson AFB, OH, United States
Justification for Sole Source
The justification for this sole source award is based on Reprographic Designs being identified as the sole authorized distributor within the United States for Cruse scanners, proprietary parts, software, and certified maintenance services. The original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Cruse, does not authorize other domestic entities for these services. This approach is deemed necessary to maintain warranties, ensure system integrity, and prevent equipment failure. The agency acknowledges efforts to obtain competition and plans to conduct market research and develop performance-based specifications to preclude future single-source awards.
Response & Deadlines
While this is not a request for competitive proposals, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. Interested sources must respond in writing with clear and convincing evidence of their ability to provide the required supplies/services.
- Capability Statement Due: June 19, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published Date: June 4, 2026
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Annika Hutchinson (annika.hutchinson@us.af.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Harold Wooten (harold.wooten@us.af.mil)
- An Ombudsman, Col(S) Paul W. Tinker (asca@us.af.mil), is available for concerns.