Component Supply: Refractometer for Petroleum Analysis

The contract seeks the supply of a ruggedized, handheld refractometer designed specifically for measuring the refractive index of petroleum products in demanding field environments. The equipment must be durable, portable, and precise enough to deliver reliable analytical results under operational conditions typically encountered in military or defense-related applications. The device is intended for use at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, and must meet stringent performance standards to ensure accurate and consistent data collection in real-world field scenarios without reliance on laboratory infrastructure. This is a total small business set-aside solicitation under the SBA program, classified under NAICS code 334515 for optical instrument and lens manufacturing. The opportunity was posted on April 30, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting activity is managed by the Department of Defense through the FA4819 325 Cons Pkp office, and the requirement is structured as a subcontract, indicating it supports a broader procurement effort. All proposers must be certified small businesses eligible under federal set-aside guidelines, and the equipment delivered must be fully compliant with the technical specifications for rugged field use without compromise in measurement accuracy.