AFPET - Automated Viscosity Instrument

SOL #: FA860126Q0017Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA8601 AFLCMC PZIO

WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-5344, United States

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, OH

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring (334513)

PSC

Laboratory Equipment And Supplies (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7009984e107a4ccda565c7d11205b839/view

Timeline

Posted

Feb 25, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 11, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 11, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 (AFLCMC/PZI Installation Contracting Support) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH, is soliciting quotes for an Automated Viscosity Instrument for the Air Force Petroleum Agency's Aerospace Fuels Laboratory (AFPET/PTPLA). This procurement is for a single unit capable of kinematic viscosity testing at 40°C and 100°C. Quotes are due by March 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for one Automated Viscosity Instrument to perform kinematic viscosity testing per ASTM D445 for hydraulic and lubricating fluid products. Key technical requirements include:

Capable of maintaining two separate testing baths at adjustable temperatures up to 100°C (including 37.8°C, 40°C, 98.9°C, and 100°C) with an accuracy of +/- 0.02°C.
Dual baths must operate concurrently, each with an auto sampler.
Benchtop instrument not exceeding 32 in (W) x 26 in (D).
Must be delivered with all necessary accessories for operation and calibration.
Products must be manufactured in a qualifying country per DFARS 225.872.

Contract & Timeline

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
Period of Performance: Delivery, installation, and training required within 12 weeks after receipt of order (ARO).
Quotes Due: March 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Questions Due: March 09, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Published Date: February 25, 2026.
Quote Acceptance: Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days.

Submission & Evaluation

Submission Method: Electronically via email to jordan.dean.8@us.af.mil and jennifer.blackford@us.af.mil.
Email Subject Line: "FA860126Q0017, AFPET - Automated Viscosity Instrument."
Email Size Limit: 5 megabytes, including attachments. Only .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx files are permitted; compressed files (.zip, .exe) are not allowed.
Evaluation Criteria: Lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). Technical acceptability requires compliance with the SOW and a complete description of the equipment provided. Pricing alone is insufficient.
Eligibility: Offerors MUST be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.
Set-Aside: This requirement has no set-asides under NAICS 334513 (size standard 750 Employees).

Additional Notes

The Government reserves the right to conduct interchanges, make no award, or cancel the solicitation. If a DoDSafe drop-off is needed, notify the contract specialist or contracting officer at least 48 hours before quotes are due.