USAFA Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Internal Force Balance Calibration Body

The US Air Force Academy (USAFA) intends to award a sole source contract to Aerophysics Research Instruments, LLC for the provision of a calibration body for the 0.75" Mk LVI Balance. The contract will be awarded using simplified commercial procedures in accordance with RFO part 12. The NAICS code for this requirement is 334519, and the PSC code is 6635. The size standard as defined by the U.S. Small Business Administration is 600 employees. The key aspects of this opportunity include: • The contract is for a calibration body for the 0.75" Mk LVI Balance. • The contract will be awarded to Aerophysics Research Instruments, LLC, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and sole intellectual property owner of the 0.75" Mk LVI Balance. • The contract is expected to be awarded on 30 September 2026 as a Firm Fixed Price Contract. • Interested parties may submit a capability statement to demonstrate their ability to provide the required commodity.