Niton XL5 Plus or Equal Handheld XRF Analyzer

The U.S. Air Force, through the Department of Defense and specifically the FA8126 Afsc Pzimb office located at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, has awarded a contract for the procurement of Niton XL5 Plus or equivalent handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers under solicitation number FA812626P0044. This action is designated as a total small business set-aside, meaning only small business concerns certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to bid, ensuring opportunities for smaller enterprises within the federal contracting landscape. The contract falls under NAICS code 334516, which pertains to the manufacturing of analytical laboratory instruments, reflecting the technical nature of the equipment being procured. The primary point of contact for this award is Alicia McGill, reachable via email, with Claude J. Boggs, Jr. serving as the secondary liaison, offering phone support for any inquiries. The equipment is intended for use at the performance location in Coffeyville, Oklahoma, and must meet the specifications of the Niton XL5 Plus or an acceptable equivalent device capable of delivering precise elemental analysis. The solicitation was posted on June 25, 2026, with the award notice now publicly available through SAM.gov. The contract emphasizes compliance with federal acquisition regulations and is focused on acquiring portable, high-performance analytical tools for field or laboratory use in support of defense-related operations. All parties must ensure adherence to the terms of the set-aside and performance requirements as outlined in the award notice.