Bruker D8 Advance Powder X-Ray Diffractometer

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) intends to solicit only one source, Bruker AXS, LLC, for a Bruker D8 Advance Powder X-Ray Diffractometer and associated parts and support services. This decision is based on FAR Part 13.106-1(b), with the Contracting Officer determining that only one source is reasonably available.

• Bruker D8 Advance Powder X-Ray Diffractometer, Basic System with automatic analytic capabilities.

• Associated materials including benchtop heating chamber hardware, licenses for two ICDD Powder Diffraction File (PDF) reference databases (PDF2 and PDF5+).

• Delivery, installation, setup, and operational verification of the XRD instrument.

• Two-day on-site training for five government employees on system operation, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting.

• Supply of a dedicated computer workstation pre-configured for diffractometer operation.

• Bruker Complete Plus Service Plan Agreement, including remote support, software updates, one annual on-site planned maintenance visit, and maintenance parts.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be Firm Fixed Price for items and services.

• Period of Performance for delivery is 126 days from contract award.

• Service plan coverage is one year from issuance for the base contract, with four option years available.

• Delivery is FOB Destination to Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, West Bethesda, MD.

• Interested parties may submit a capabilities statement by the response due date.

• This is NOT a request for competitive quotes, but capabilities statements will be considered.

• Responses are due on or before 10:00 AM ET on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.

• Responses must include price(s), FOB point, point of contact, business size, and payment terms.

• Evaluation will be based on price and technical capability.

• The solicitation is for a single source with Bruker AXS, LLC.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06 and DFARS DPN 20251110.

• Point of Contact: Tracy McDonough (tracy.l.mcdonough2.civ@us.navy.mil)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, NAVSEA Form 4340/2, outlines Government Furnished Information (GFI) relevant to a program. It serves to identify specific items or documents that will be provided by the government to the contractor.

• Attachment #: To be completed by the contracting officer.
• PR #: Purchase Request number.
• Program Title: Title of the program for which GFI is provided.
• Contract Number: To be completed if the requirement modifies an existing contract; otherwise, left blank for a new contract.
• Date: Date the form was prepared.
• Code: Program Office / Requiring Activity's office code.
• GFI Items: A table listing individual GFI items, including:
  • Sequential Number
  • Document Title (e.g., RADIOLOGICAL AFFAIRS SUPPORT PROGRAM MANUAL)
  • Document Number (if assigned)
  • Document Date (publication date)
  • GFI Due Date (when the item is due at the contractor's plant or available for use, specified as a calendar date or relative to contract award/modification/delivery).

This form identifies specific Government Furnished Information (GFI) that will be provided to the contractor. Bidders should review the listed GFI items, particularly the "Program Title" and "Document Title," to understand what resources or documentation will be supplied. The "GFI Due Date" is critical for understanding when these resources will be available, which can impact project planning and proposal development. The example provided lists "Bruker D8 Advance Powder X-ray Diffractometer (XRD)" as the program title and a "RADIOLOGICAL AFFAIRS SUPPORT PROGRAM MANUAL" as a key document, with a due date of "At contract award."

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Sole Source Justification and Approval (J&A) for a proposed contract action by the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD). It justifies the procurement of a Bruker-manufactured D8 Advance Powder X-ray Diffractometer (XRD), Basic System, along with associated materials, software licenses, and product service agreement coverage.

This document indicates that NSWCCD intends to award a firm-fixed price contract to Bruker AXS LLC on a sole source basis. The justification highlights that the proprietary hardware and software (DIFFRAC.SUITE™) of the Bruker system are essential for maintaining seamless integration with existing infrastructure and ensuring data continuity for materials characterization research. Competitors' systems were found to be incompatible. The document also outlines the government's efforts to assess other potential sources and its strategy to foster future competition by monitoring market trends and vendor willingness to meet integration standards. This information is relevant to potential bidders as it explains the rationale behind a sole-source award and outlines future considerations for competition in this market space.