HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE THERMAL IMAGING SYSTEM
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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, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) FA8601-26-Q-00260001 for a High Dynamic Range Thermal Imaging System. This acquisition is Unrestricted and seeks a high-speed, high dynamic range, medium-wavelength infrared (MWIR) thermal imager, specifically the HDR M700, for the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). Quotes are due by June 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a high-speed, high dynamic range, MWIR thermal imaging system to advance research capabilities at AFIT's Center for Technical Intelligence and Research (CTISR). Key technical specifications include: focal length options (25mm, 50mm, 200mm), dynamic range greater than 800 degrees C (20-820°C without saturation), 3-5 micron spectral range, threaded lens mount, calibration data (CSV format), frame rates exceeding 550 Hz (full frame) and 32 kHz (maximum), protective case, minimum focal length less than 6 meters, real-time temperature calibration, F/4 aperture, minimum exposure time of 3.6 microseconds or less, operating temperature range of -10 C to 45 C, FPA size of at least 640x512, and an included computer controller. A one-year warranty is required. Training and installation are not required.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial products.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (not set-aside for small business concerns).
- NAICS: 334511 – Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,350 employees).
- Delivery: No later than 8 months After Receipt of Order (ARO), FOB Destination to Wright Patterson AFB, OH. The contractor is responsible for all transportation, freight, shipping, handling, insurance, customs clearance, brokerage, tariffs, duties, and taxes, which must be included in the unit price.
- Period of Acceptance: Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the quote due date.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
- Questions Due: June 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. Submit questions via email to linh.jameson@us.af.mil and jessica.stamper.2@us.af.mil.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to danara.barlow@us.af.mil and jessica.stamper.2@us.af.mil. The entire quotation must be in a single email, not exceeding 5 MB, with the subject line "FA8601-26-Q-00260001 – Thermal Imager". Only .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx attachments are permitted; compressed files (.zip, .exe) are not.
- Evaluation: Award will be made on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis to the offeror whose proposal conforms to requirements, receives an "Acceptable" rating on Technical Capability, and contains the lowest evaluated price that is fair and reasonable.
- Mandatory Requirements: Offerors must complete and return the 'Required Information Sheet' and provide a description/detail of the equipment. SAM registration must be current (updated within the preceding 12 months). A CMMC Level 1 assessment is mandatory per DFARS 252.204-7021 and 252.204-7025, requiring compliance with FAR 52.240.93 and assessment results entered into PIEE/SPRS.
Special Requirements
Products must be manufactured in a qualifying country source per DFARS 225.872. Customs duties on eligible items are prohibited from being included in the quote price (R-DFARS 252.225-7013).