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U.S. Department Of Defense·Tennessee

Optical Comparator Sources Sought

Closes 1/19/2026$100k – $500kRequest for Information
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Description

The United States Air Force is seeking sources to determine the availability and technical capability of small and large businesses to meet the Government's requirement for an Optical Comparator. The Optical Comparator is described in Attachment 1 – DRAFT Optical Comparator Specifications. The Government is considering the use of a firm-fixed price contract, and delivery is required to Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee. Interested businesses should submit a brief capability package, including company information, business size, CAGE code, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID, and comments on the draft specifications. They should also provide a total estimated price to meet the contemplated acquisition. Some key points to consider: • The Government is seeking sources for an Optical Comparator. • The contract type is anticipated to be a firm-fixed price purchase order. • The NAICS code for this requirement is 334513. • The business-size standard is 750 employees. • Responses should include company information, business size, and a brief capability package. • The submission deadline is January 19, 2026, 1:00 PM Central Time (CT).

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Contact

Paytonne Szatkowski(Contract Specialist)

[email protected]

(931) 454-4675

Key dates

Opened
1/12/2026
Closes
1/19/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Information
Industry
Aerospace and Defense
NAICS
334513
Solicitation №
FA9101OpticalComparator

Budget estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

The budget for this opportunity is difficult to estimate, as the document does not provide a clear indication of the contract value. However, considering the complexity of the Optical Comparator and the fact that it is a specialized instrument, the budget could be substantial. A possible estimate could be in the range of $100,000 to $500,000, depending on the scope of the contract and the number of units required. The factors that may influence the likely payment range include the technical capabilities of the contractor, the complexity of the Optical Comparator, and the delivery requirements.

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