Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) Spectrometer System Components

The U.S. Air Force Academy’s Physics Department and Laser and Optics Research Center are seeking to acquire specialized components for an Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) Spectrometer System under a firm-fixed-price sole-source contract authorized under 10 USC 2304(c)(1), citing only one responsible source capable of meeting the requirement. The procurement involves the delivery of an X-band pulsed microwave amplifier operating at 9–10 GHz with 600W output, a digital pulsed X-band EPR bridge, an EPR digitizer, an EPR X-band circulator extension, an arbitrary waveform generator operating at 3.2 GS/s, a supporting frame, a PC with specialized EPR software, a monitor, and on-site installation and configuration. All components must natively and seamlessly integrate with an existing proprietary Bruker microwave resonator without requiring reverse engineering or causing degradation in system performance. The solicitation number is FA700026Q0055, classified under NAICS Code 334516 for analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing, with performance located at the USAF Academy in Colorado, 80840. Although this document is formally a Notice of Intent to Sole Source and not a solicitation, responsible sources may submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations via email to Ronald Wilson and Dawson Hopkinson by 18 June 2026 at 10:00 AM MDT. Proof of authorization is required for any third-party OEM hardware offered. Telephone inquiries are prohibited, and all communication must be in writing. An ombudsman is available to facilitate concerns but cannot intervene in evaluation or award decisions. The anticipated award date is 15 July 2026, with answers to questions posted by 14 July 2026. No set-aside provisions apply, and no formal evaluation factors beyond technical integration have been published, as the process is non-competitive by statutory authority.