OPTICAL COMPARATOR
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Puget Sound is soliciting quotes for an Optical Comparator, specifically the C-VISION FLOOR MODEL, and related accessories. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and aims to procure specialized optical test equipment for delivery to Bremerton, WA. Quotes are due by June 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Local Time (PT).
Scope of Work
This solicitation (SPMYM226Q7485) requires a C-VISION FLOOR MODEL Optical Comparator with specific technical specifications, including:
- Measurement Capabilities: Minimum 18" X-axis, 9" Y-axis, 2" Z-axis travel; 3-inch depth of viewing field; CNC 3-axis controls; measurement analysis using GD&T callouts within CAD design; image capturing and edge detection.
- Illumination & System: Green LED ring light with coaxial illumination; color camera and monitor system; Windows-based computer for use with DRO; moveable lamp housing.
- Features: Pivoting work table for thread inspection; harsh environment package (positive pressure system to prevent optics contamination).
- Services: Includes installation, calibration, and training.
- Accessories: Various configurations and accessories are also required, such as extended X-axis travel, oblique surface illumination, overhead light shield, rotary staging vise, staging centers, Measure-X analyze software, and helix motion.
- Traceability: Contractors must retain documented evidence of supply chain traceability.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Estimated Value: Over $15,000.00.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business.
- NAICS Code: 334519 (Other Scientific and Technical Instrument Manufacturing) with a 600-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance/Delivery: FOB Destination Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, WA.
- Delivery Date: On or before June 19, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: June 16, 2026, at 02:00 PM Local Time (PT).
- Published Date: June 15, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
To be deemed responsive, quotes must be submitted electronically via the SAM website, email, or fax, and include:
- Completed and signed solicitation (Box 17A, Box 28 read, Boxes 30 a, b, c signed).
- CAGE code.
- Quote FOB Destination Bremerton, WA.
- Annotated lead time.
- Manufacturer name and country of manufacturing.
- Applicable boxes checked in Clause 52.204-24 (2)(d) (1) and (2).
- NIST SP 800-171: Required for awardees unless items are Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) and identified as such during the bid period. A current assessment (not more than 3 years old) is necessary.
- Payment: Electronic invoicing via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) is required for payment requests and receiving reports.
- Evaluation: Standard evaluation factors will apply.
Additional Notes
Contractors will require a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credential for base access. Inspection will be QA 4 - 7 days at destination. Several line items are marked as "SOLE SOURCE." Contact JACK EDWARDS at JACK.EDWARDS@DLA.MIL or 360-813-9577 for inquiries.