Accelerometer Calibration

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under Solicitation Number FA9101-26-Q-B033. The government is procuring accelerometer calibration services.

• Calibration services must be performed in accordance with traceability to National Metrology Institute (e.g., NIST).

• A calibration certificate with test results must be provided.

• Calibration must meet A2LA Accreditation standards.

• Specific line items (CLINs) for Accelerometer Calibration are listed, with quantities and options.

• Vendors must provide detailed pricing for each CLIN and a total evaluated price for CLINs 0001 - 4001.

• The anticipated award is a firm-fixed-price purchase order.

• Delivery is required within 3 Weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Delivery and Acceptance will be at Holloman AFB, NM 88330.

• F.O.B. Point is Destination.

• Basis for Award: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Quotes will be evaluated starting with the lowest total evaluated price.

• The government intends to make award based on initial submissions without clarifications, but reserves the right to conduct them.

• Offer Submission Deadline: April 16, 2026, by 8:00 AM (MDT).

• Submission Method: Via email to Charles.king.42@us.af.mil.

• This solicitation is a Total small business set-aside.

• All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

• Prospective awardees must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment.

• Vendors must also be registered in Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for payment.

• Applicable provisions and clauses are in the attached solicitation document.

• Vendors must include their UEI number, CAGE code, and Federal TIN with their quote.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Accelerometer Calibration opportunity (FA9101-26-Q-B033).

• Calibration Level: All units require ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited calibration.
• Bid Due Date: The bid is due by Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
• Shipping Responsibility: The Government will ship the accelerometers to the contractor. The vendor is responsible for return shipping.

This Q&A confirms key requirements and deadlines, clarifying the scope of calibration services and the responsibilities for shipping.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, specifically requesting quotations for sensor calibration. The government is procuring accelerometer calibration services.

• Accelerometer Calibration (CLIN 0001, Option 1: CLIN 1001, Option 2: CLIN 2001, Option 3: CLIN 3001, Option 4: CLIN 4001)

• All tests and calibrations must be performed in accordance with traceability to a National Metrology Institute (e.g., NIST).

• Calibration certificate with test results must be provided.

• Calibration must meet A2LA Accreditation.

• Detailed pricing for each CLIN and a total evaluated price for CLINs 0001-4001 is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price purchase order anticipated.

• Delivery: 3 Weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Place of Delivery & Acceptance: Holloman AFB, NM 88330.

• F.O.B. Point: Destination.

• Submission Method: Email to Charles.king.42@us.af.mil.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Quotes will be evaluated starting with the lowest total evaluated price.

• Deadline for Offers: April 15, 2026, 1:00 PM (MDT).

• The government intends to make award based on initial quote submissions but reserves the right to conduct clarifications.

• Set-Aside Status: Total small business set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award.

• Vendors must be registered in Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for payment.

• UEI number, CAGE code, and Federal TIN with Company name, POC, and phone number must be included in the quote.

• NAICS Code: 334515

• Product Service Code (PSC): J066

• Solicitation Number: FA9101-26-Q-B033

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide re-calibration services for accelerometers used by the 846th Test Squadron (846 TS) at the Holloman High Speed Test Track (HHSTT). This is critical for supporting upcoming missions and ensuring the ability to collect vital data, particularly for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) Sled Test Project.

• Re-calibration of 16 Accelerometers (Part Number: 356A26).

• Calibration range: 10 - 5,000Hz.

• Pass criteria: frequency range of ≤ +5 % and ≥ -5 % deviation.

• All tests and calibrations must be traceable to a National Metrology Institute (e.g., NIST).

• Provide a calibration certificate with test results.

• Calibration must meet A2LA Accreditation.

• Contract includes hardware support (service, calibration, labor for diagnosis/trouble-shoot/repair) and return shipping to Holloman AFB.

• One calibration to be completed no later than 15 May 2026.

• Up to four (4) optional calibrations to be exercised no later than 31 Dec 2027, if required.

• All calibrations must be completed within 30 days after notice to proceed.

• Deliverables returned to 846 Test Squadron, Attn: Brent Kolste, 1521 Test Track Road, Building 1178, Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico 88330.

• Calibration must meet A2LA Accreditation.

• Traceability to National Metrology Institute (e.g., NIST) is required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (FA910126QB033) for "ACCELEROMETER CALIBRATION." It outlines the government's requirement for the calibration of 16 Accelerometers (Part Number: 356A26), with options for four additional calibrations before December 31, 2027. The Product Service Code is J066, and the pricing arrangement is Firm Fixed Price.

• Calibration of 16 Accelerometers (Part Number: 356A26).

• Option for four additional calibrations before December 31, 2027.

• A2LA-ACCREDITED CALIBRATION AND HANDLING is required.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be Firm Fixed Price based on the "Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs" section.

• The period of performance for the base requirement is tied to the "Delivery Schedule" which indicates "3 Weeks" from the "Date of Award" or "Date of Notice to Proceed Receipt."

• The estimated value is not stated in the provided pages.

• The "Offer Due Date/Local Time" is April 15, 2026, at 01:00 PM.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided pages, but FAR clause 52.217-3 (Evaluation Exclusive of Options) is incorporated.

• This acquisition is set aside for SMALL BUSINESS (100%).

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 334515, with a size standard of 750 employees.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering various aspects of contract performance, payment, and compliance.

• Inspection and Acceptance locations are specified as "Both Destination" at HOLLOMAN AFB, NM.

• Deliveries are to be made to the same location.

• Payment requests and receiving reports are to be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).