Multi-purpose X-ray Diffraction (XRD) System

The U.S. Air Force, under the FA8126 AFSC PZIMB office at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, has issued a sources-sought announcement for a multipurpose X-ray Diffraction (XRD) system under solicitation number H7TM01, with a response deadline of July 5, 2026. The procurement seeks a fully integrated system capable of advanced materials analysis for aerospace applications, including phase identification of powders and crystalline corrosion deposits on aircraft components, quantitative analysis of thermal spray powders and coatings, residual stress mapping, micro-diffraction at a 100-micron spot size, and single crystal orientation measurements via pole figure analysis. The system must feature a two-circle vertical theta-theta goniometer with a 240 mm radius, a long fine focus X-ray tube (0.4 x 12 mm, 1.8 kW max), programmable divergence slits, and computer-controlled specimen rotation driven by a five-axis Eulerian cradle. Electrical requirements specify single-phase 230-volt, 60 Hz power, with all components complying with the National Electrical Code and equipped with interlocks to prevent accidental X-ray exposure. The vendor must furnish, ship, assemble, install, calibrate, and verify the system at the performance location in S Coffeyville, Oklahoma, and provide comprehensive training including at least one day of on-site initial training during installation and three additional days of application training within three months of system acceptance. The system must undergo a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), including reproducibility and goniometer linearity tests using a silicon powder sample with a peak bandwidth under 0.02 degrees 2theta, followed by a System Acceptance Test (SAT) to demonstrate operational readiness to government personnel. Acceptance triggers a one-year, on-site warranty covering all parts and labor, effective upon government sign-off of successful FAT results. Estimated delivery is targeted for June 1, 2027, with installation, verification, training, and full operational capability scheduled for August through September 2027. All costs, labor, tools, transportation, and incidentals are the contractor’s responsibility, and no set-aside provisions apply under NAICS code 334516. No pricing, contract value, or specific evaluation criteria are provided, as this is a pre-solicitation sources-sought notice to gather market information prior to potential future contract award.