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Data Acquisition System Integration (NI LabView & cDAQ)

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Response Deadline08/06/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract requires integration of a force balance system with an NI cDAQ chassis and NI-9239 modules to enable precise real-time data acquisition with a strict latency requirement of 80 milliseconds. The work involves configuring LabVIEW software to manage signal conditioning, data acquisition, and system synchronization across the hardware components, ensuring reliable and timely collection of force measurements under dynamic conditions. All system components must be properly calibrated and tested to meet performance standards in a high-fidelity testing environment. Performance is to be carried out at the USAF Academy location in Colorado Springs with a zip code of 80840. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541330, indicating it is reserved exclusively for small business concerns. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 6, 2026. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense under the FA7000 10 Cons Lgc office, and the work supports defense-related research and testing activities, requiring adherence to federal acquisition guidelines and technical precision in real-time data capture systems.

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Small business contract to integrate force balance system with NI hardware for real-time data acquisition at USAF Academy with 80ms latency.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons LgcView Agency

NAICS

541330 - Engineering ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

USAF Academy, CO, 80840, USA

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SBA

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PostedJul 23

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Response DeadlineAug 6

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Integrate force balance with NI cDAQ chassis and NI-9239 modules, and configure LabView for real-time data acquisition within 80 ms.

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