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Compact Benchtop Mass Spectrometer (CMS) System

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The U.S. Air Force Academy, under the Department of Defense, is seeking information on the Compact Benchtop Mass Spectrometer (CMS) System through a sources-sought notice issued under solicitation number FA700026Q0072. The equipment is intended for use at the USAF Academy in Colorado, with a response deadline of July 20, 2026. This effort falls under NAICS code 334516, which pertains to analytical laboratory instruments. The government is not issuing a formal solicitation but is gathering market research to assess industry capabilities, potential vendors, and technical approaches for a benchtop mass spectrometer that meets specific operational needs in a compact form factor. The primary point of contact is Ronald Wilson, reachable at ronald.wilson.26@us.af.mil, with Dawson Hopkinson as the secondary contact for additional inquiries. All responses must be submitted prior to the deadline to ensure consideration for future procurement planning.

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U.S. Air Force Academy seeks market info on compact benchtop mass spectrometer for Colorado use by July 20, 2026.

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Department Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons LgcView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

USAF Academy, CO, 80840, USA

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Attachment+03+-+Buy+American+Certificate.pdf

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Attachment+01+-+Salient+Characteristics.pdf

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Solicitation_CMS_FA700026Q0072.pdf

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Salient Characteristics & Requirement Specifications for Compact Benchtop Mass Spectrometer

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Sources Sought Notice for Compact Benchtop Mass Spectrometer CMS_FA700026Q0072

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc
Contacts2 people available
OfficeUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA
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Office AddressUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA
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Ronald Wilson
Dawson Hopkinson

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