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Optical Filter Wheel and Protective Housing Supplier

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Response Deadline10/29/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract involves the supply of specialized optical accessories for prime contractors supporting Air Force Institute of Technology projects. The scope of work requires the delivery of a four-position user-configurable filter wheel designed for one-inch filters, along with three blank filter holders and ruggedized protective transit cases intended for the lens, instrument, and associated computers. Managed by the Department of Defense under the FA8601 Aflcmc Pzio agency, the contract is categorized under NAICS code 333314. Performance of the contract will take place at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. The solicitation was posted on October 14, 2026, with a response deadline set for October 29, 2026.

General Info

Supply optical accessories and filter wheels for Air Force Institute of Technology projects.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8601 Aflcmc Pzio

NAICS

333314 - Optical Instrument and Lens Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, OH, 45433, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA860127Q0011.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Sources Sought_Midwave Camera

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PostedOct 14

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Response DeadlineOct 29

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10/29/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 12 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8601 Aflcmc Pzio

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Supplies optical accessories for prime contractors on Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT/EN) projects. Provides a 4-position user-configurable filter wheel accommodating 1-inch filters, three blank filter holders, and ruggedized protective transit cases for the lens, instrument, and computers. Delivers the filter wheel, blank holders, and protective cases.

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