Notice of Intent - VeloreX Photonic Doppler Velocimeter Instrument
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to award a one-time, sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract to OZM USA, Inc. for one VeloreX Photonic Doppler Velocimeter (PDV) system. This notice serves as a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive quotations, but interested parties may submit capability statements and proposals. Responses are due by March 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST.
Purpose & Scope
The FBI's Laboratory Division (LD), Terrorist Explosives Device Analytical Center (TEDAC) Section, requires the VeloreX PDV system to accurately measure fundamental detonation properties of explosives for characterization. This system will support an improvised explosives research effort with the Department of Homeland Security, specifically for determining fragment and flyer plate velocities to characterize detonators and energetic materials. The system must interface with an oscilloscope for measurements in explosive test environments.
Key Requirements
The VeloreX PDV system must include:
- Continuous laser source with adjustable power.
- Power source, laser control, and conditioning units in a rack-mountable box.
- Four measurement channels, each with a laser source.
- Utilization of 1550 nm Fiber optics and a high bandwidth detector.
- Compatibility with the FBI-owned Optimex 8 instrument and Tektronix DPO7 oscilloscope.
- IntMeter evaluation software.
- Required operational tools (optical power meter, laser alignment source, safety equipment).
- Passive optical trigger capable of a minimum of 100 measurements.
Contract Details
- Type: One-time, sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract.
- Intended Awardee: OZM USA, Inc. (CAGE Code 14PH7), the sole distributor of OZM Research S.R.O. equipment. OZM USA, Inc. is a small business.
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but reviews and approvals are not exceeding $900,000.00.
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1, "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies of Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements."
- NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
Response & Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive quotations. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement and a proposal/quotation. Responses must:
- Clearly indicate the firm's experience, equipment/assets, background, and ability to provide the required instrument without compromising quality, reliability, safety, accuracy, and schedule.
- Show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
- Include the firm's Unique Entity ID (UEI) number and its Business Size.
- Be submitted via email only.
Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. A determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion. No reimbursement for response costs will be provided.
Deadlines & Contact
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, by 9:00 AM EST.
- Contact: Bryan Lane, Contracting Officer, at bvlane@fbi.gov.
- Place of Performance: Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898, United States.