Pre-Solicitation Notice - Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract: Vibration Research Corp – Vibration Test System
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Air Force (AFTC/PZZF) at Edwards AFB has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract to Vibration Research Corp for a Vibration Test System. This notice serves as market research to identify other potentially qualified sources. Responses are due May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the purchase of a Vibration Research Corp's Vibration Test System, including specific part numbers:
- P/N 9704 Vibration Test System: Comprising the VR9700P Hardware Unit, various VibrationVIEW software modules (SINE, High-Frequency SINE, Accelerometer Calibration Verification, RANDOM, SHOCK), calibration certificate, hardware warranty, premium upgrades & support agreement, and user training.
- P/N VR4044 44 lb-f Shaker System.
- P/N VR5200HF 13 lb-f High Frequency Shaker System.
This system is needed to replace an obsolete test set and expand existing vibration testing capabilities for calibrating and functionally testing accelerometers and other dynamic sensors, ensuring compatibility with the laboratory's current Vibration Research infrastructure.
Contract Details
- Type: Intent to award a Sole Source, Firm-Fixed Price Contract.
- Authority: 10 United States Code (USC) 3204(a)(1), as implemented by RFO 6.103-1(b).
- Intended Awardee: Vibration Research Corp, Jenison, Michigan.
- NAICS: 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,000 employees).
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source).
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a solicitation for proposals. However, vendors who believe they can meet the described requirements must submit a complete technical package providing clear and convincing evidence of their capability. Responses should also include verification of the Offeror’s Representations and Certifications from SAM.gov, and any special requirements for a commercial contract in accordance with RFO Part 12.
Timeline & Contacts
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time.
- Published: April 23, 2026.
- Submission Email: Jasmine Waterman (Contract Specialist) at jasmine.waterman@us.af.mil or Christina Day (Contracting Officer) at christina.day.6@us.af.mil.
- Place of Performance: Edwards AFB, CA.
Additional Notes
A redacted Sole Source Justification is attached, citing that only Vibration Research meets the specific requirements and is compatible with existing infrastructure. The Air Force Test Center has an Ombudsman available for concerns.