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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services to acquire a replacement Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM) and accessories. The acquisition is being conducted as a sole source requirement for Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price type.

• Furnishing, shipping, assembling, installing, verification, calibration, testing, and training for a Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope and accessories.

• The microscope is intended for alloy analysis, fractography, and includes the latest manufacturer designs and analytical detectors.

• Vendor must provide adequate documentation verifying the quoted item meets the specifications/requirements detailed in the attached Statement of Work.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is due by 30 Nov 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotations are due by 22 May 2026, 1:00 PM, Tinker AFB OK Central Standard Time (CST).

• Emailed quotations are preferred.

• Award will be conducted and evaluated under the provisions of FAR Part 12.201-1.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database to be eligible for award.

• This acquisition is identified as Sole Source.

• NAICS Code: 333310

• Federal Supply Class: 6650

• This solicitation is issued as Request for Quote (RFQ) IAW FAR Part 12.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

• Contractors are required to "wet" sign, date, and fill in pricing and proposed delivery date on page 2, and complete the Unit Pricing on page 3.

• Attached documents include: Item Description, Statement of Work, and Wage Determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage Determination No. 2015-5315, Revision No. 29, for the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in Oklahoma, specifically for the counties of Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Lincoln, Logan, McClain, and Oklahoma.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, ranging from administrative support and clerical to mechanics, protective services, and technical occupations.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that "Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing."
• Details Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week), and specific rates for Executive Order 13706.
• Outlines Vacation (2-4 weeks based on service length) and Holiday (11 paid holidays) provisions.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage rates.
• Provides information on the conformance process for unlisted classifications.

This document is crucial for bidders responding to solicitations covered by the Service Contract Act. It dictates the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals for covered contracts. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements for all listed occupations to ensure compliance and accurate cost estimation.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the purchase and installation of a commercially off-the-shelf (COTS) replacement Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM) for the Metallurgical Analysis Section. The primary goal is to procure a system that meets specific technical requirements for analyzing jet engine and aircraft components, supporting various testing and analysis needs.

• Procurement of a Zeiss Gemini Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM).

• Provision of all necessary hardware, software, accessories, peripherals, documentation, training, shipping, and installation.

• Ensuring all detectors, software functions, and system components are fully functional upon installation.

• Required maintenance prior to acceptance.

• Correlational Microscopy Capability: Software and hardware to enable correlation with Zeiss metallograph and stereomicroscope using a unique sample holder.

• Zeiss Zen Software: Windows 10 compliant software for microscope communication.

• Image Capabilities: Annotations, multiple image file formats (TIFF, JPEG, PNG), auto wobbler optimization, and automatic software switching between detectors and chamber scopes.

• Electron Beam Source: Schottky field emitter type, up to 30 KV accelerating voltage, sub 1 nanometer resolution at 30 KV, with in-column beam deceleration.

• Chamber Size: Minimum 360mm (X and Y) x 270mm Height.

• Stage: 6-axis eucentric stage with 0.5 kg capacity and specific travel dimensions.

• Chamber Pump Down Time: 6 minutes or less.

• Chamber Door: Drawer or large door type (load lock configurations not acceptable).

• Ports: Minimum of fourteen (14).

• Detectors: Standard Secondary electron (SE) detector, high resolution 5-diode Backscatter Detector (BSD), In-lens SE detector, and two CCD Chamberscopes.

• Suspension: Active suspension for vibration dampening.

• Image Display: Two high-resolution LCD ultrawide monitors (34" minimum).

• Power Supply: 5KVA minimum battery back-up and surge protector.

• Apertures: Multiple aperture sizes available on demand.

• Control Panel: Multi-function panel with integrated keyboard and rotary knobs.

• Stage Controller: Joystick external stage controller.

• Computer: Intel Xeon processor or equivalent, 32GB RAM, Windows 10, minimum 12TB HDD/SSD, Blue ray DVD optical drive.

• Utilities: 208V single phase, 50-60 Hz.

• System Cooling: Closed loop system.

• Plasma Cleaner: Required for chamber cleaning.

• Technical Support: On-site service within three business days.

• Spare Filament: One (1) spare Thermal Field Emission Filament.

• EDS/EBSD/BEX Package: Equipped with Oxford Brand Energy Dispersive Spectrometer and Electron Backscatter Diffraction Detector system, ensuring compatibility with existing Oxford data formats for 7 years of data storage and re-analysis.

• SEM Overall Size: Must fit through a 40" doorway.

• Delivery: No later than the agreed-upon contractor's proposed timeline.

• Installation: Completed within thirty (30) calendar days of arrival.

• Testing & Acceptance: Within thirty (30) days after installation.

• Training: Within three (3) months after installation.

• Place of Performance: Tinker AFB, OK.

• Sole Source/Brand Name Justification: The document provides justification for a sole source purchase from Carl Zeiss due to existing infrastructure, specialized capabilities (correlational microscopy), and cost savings.

• Training: On-site training for up to 10 employees, at least two days in length.

• Warranty: Minimum one (1) year complete package warranty (parts/labor/software).

• Documentation: Digital copy of a user's manual including operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, and warranty information.

• Installation: Contractor responsible for connecting utilities, installing analytical tools, and performing calibrations.

• Testing: Witnessed and approved by Metallurgical Analysis Section representatives.

• Data Compatibility: Existing Oxford data files must be readable by the new system for 7 years.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, a "Memorandum for Record," serves as an item description and specification list for the purchase of a Carl Zeiss Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM) and associated detectors. It outlines the specific equipment and components required by the 76 MXSG for alloy analysis, fractography, and other analytical purposes.

• Primary Equipment: One (1) Carl Zeiss GeminiSEM 460 FE-SEM.
• Software: Carl Zeiss Software and Perpetual License for SmartSEM (no subscriptions).
• Detectors: In-lens SE detector, in-lens EsB detector, Back Scatter Detector.
• Ancillary Components: 2x 34" Ultra widescreen LCD Monitors, Control Panel, SEM Workstation (PC) with enhanced computing power, Large PC Table, Plasma Cleaner, 2x CCD/Navigation Cameras, Support frame for 2nd PC, Water Chiller, Buffer pre-vacuum quiet mode, UPS, Active Vibration Isolation.
• OXFORD Analytics Components: AZtecLive Adv with Ultim Infinity 100, Ultim Max Infinity Large Area Analytical Silicon Drift EDS Detector, BEX detector, EBSD (CMOS FSD with 5 diodes, Symmetry S3, and integrated AZtecHKL Adv), AztecCrystal MapSweeper and Strain Analysis.
• Associated Peripherals: HP 19 PC with Microsoft Office License, 2x 27" Monitors.
• Training: FE-SEM two day onsite training, Oxford installation of EDS (2), BEX, and EBSD (3 days), Oxford advanced training (3 days).
• Warranty: 2-year on-site parts and labor warranty, effective upon government acceptance.
• Installation/Training: Vendor to provide on-site installation, verification, and training for up to 10 people.
• Quality Conformance: Government inspection required post-installation; vendor responsible for deficiencies until acceptance.

This document provides the detailed technical specifications and requirements for a specific piece of scientific equipment. Bidders responding to related solicitations must ensure their proposed equipment and services meet or exceed these specifications. It details the exact components, software, training, warranty, and quality conformance requirements necessary for this procurement.