Sources Sought: Cathodoluminescence (CL) Detector System

The United States Air Force (AFLCMC) is conducting market research to identify capable vendors for a Cathodoluminescence (CL) Detector System to be used at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) at Wright‑Patterson AFB, Ohio. This is a Sources Sought notice, not a formal solicitation; responses are voluntary and will be used to assess industry capability and potential small‑business set‑aside options. Interested firms must submit a concise capabilities package (max 5 pages) by 26 August 2026 12:00 PM EDT via email, indicating technical compliance, socio‑economic status, manufacturing details, and any subcontracting plans. The notice emphasizes small‑business participation, foreign‑ownership disclosure, and compliance with FAR subcontracting and non‑manufacturer rules. Attachments include detailed technical requirements and submission instructions. • Requirement: Provide a complete Cathodoluminescence Detector System meeting the attached technical specs. • Target audience: All vendors, with special focus on small businesses (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB). • Submission format: PDF/DOC/DOCX/XLS/XLSX, subject line “Cathodoluminescence (CL) Detector System”. • Deadline: 26 Aug 2026 12:00 PM EDT (email). • Evaluation: Capability statement review; may lead to future solicitation (potential small‑business set‑aside). • Required information: Company details, ownership, socio‑economic status, DUNS/CAGE, manufacturing location, warranty, sales history, subcontracting plan, and proprietary data handling statement. • Contact: Dametria Walder (primary), also Joshua Clymer (copy).