Gantner DAQ System Upgrade

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

This document outlines the requirements for an upgrade and expansion of the existing Gantner Data Acquisition (DAQ) system for the Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL/RQVV) structural validation testing at the Full Scale Structural Facility (FSSTF) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

The contractor shall provide specific Gantner DAQ System hardware components, including:

• Bridge Modules (32 CH and 4 CH)
• Voltage Measurement Modules
• Thermocouple Modules
• Digital Input Modules
• Rack Units
• Industrial Controllers (SSD-1TB and EtherCAT)
• Various Serial Cables (UART, DB-Binder, CON)
• Current Shunt Blocks
• Serial Buss Terminating Resistors
• Blank Cover Plates
• Configuration Software Dongles

Not explicitly stated in the document, but the work is for the facility at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

The DAQ systems are crucial for meticulously monitoring aerospace components and capturing comprehensive data streams for structural validation testing. The upgrade aims to enhance the system's capability to assess component behavior under various conditions, thereby validating structural integrity and performance of critical aerospace technologies.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the minimum requirements for a Gantner Data Acquisition (DAQ) System Upgrade for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RQVV) at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The upgrade and expansion of the existing DAQ system are necessary for structural validation testing of aerospace components, which relies on advanced data streams to monitor temperature, load, displacement, and strain.

The contractor shall provide the following Gantner DAQ System hardware:

• Q.raxx XL A136 4xDB15HD 350 - Bridge Module 32 CH; Quantity: 4

• Q.raxx XL slimline A116 32 - Bridge Module 4 CH; Quantity: 23

• Q.raxx XL A108 - Voltage Measurement Module 8 CH; Quantity: 11

• Q.raxx XL A104 TCx - Thermocouple Module 8 CH; Quantity: 51

• Q.raxx XL D101 - Digital Input Module; Quantity: 8

• Q.raxx x 19" DC - 19 inch Rack Unit; Quantity: 8

• Q.raxx x Station T SSD-1TB - Industrial Controller; Quantity: 7

• Q.core 201 3HU, EtherCAT - Industrial Controller; Quantity: 2

• Cable Q.raxx UART - Serial Cable; Quantity: 10

• Cable Q.series-X UART DBBender - Serial Cable; Quantity: 24

• Cable Q.Series-X Slimline UART CON - Serial Cable; Quantity: 12

• Q.bloxx Terminal SR A103/A108 - Current Shunt Block; Quantity: 50

• Q.term-X SL BA 50Ohm - Serial Buss Terminating Resistor; Quantity: 12

• Q.raxx cover plate - Blank Panels; Quantity: 96

• GI.bench - Configuration Software Dongle; Quantity: 6

• The document is dated 24 February 2026.

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• This document specifies minimum requirements for hardware. Further details regarding the solicitation, evaluation, and submission process are not included.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Sole Source (Including Brand Name) Justification for a "Gantner DAQ System Upgrade" for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RQVV) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The upgrade and expansion of the existing Gantner Data Acquisition (DAQ) system is required for the Full Scale Structural Testing Facility (FSSTF).

The contractor will provide specific Gantner DAQ System hardware, including various "Q.raxx" modules (Bridge, Voltage Measurement, Thermocouple, Digital Input), rack units, industrial controllers, serial cables, shunt blocks, terminating resistors, cover plates, and configuration software dongles. The Statement of Work (SOW) titled "Gantner DAQ System Upgrade," dated 24 February 2026, details these requirements.

This is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract with an estimated value of $714,255.00 and no options. The estimated delivery date is 24 July 2026. Funding will be provided by FY2026 RDT&E funds.

This effort will be solicited using a combined synopsis / solicitation in accordance with FAR 13.105(b). The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3572 and FAR 12.201-1 as the statutory authority for other than full and open competition. Market research was conducted, and Gantner Instruments, Inc. was identified as the sole capable vendor due to unique technical capabilities and compatibility with existing government equipment. Price analysis will be conducted to ensure fairness and reasonableness.

This is a sole source justification. Gantner Instruments, Inc. is identified as a small business under NAICS 334515. The document notes that GSA Advantage and mandatory sources were consulted, and Gantner DAQ system hardware is not available through those channels.

This is considered a new J&A document. The agency will continue to survey the open market for potential new products or manufacturers that could meet the government's requirements for future acquisitions.