Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) System Supply and Integration

The contract entails the supply, delivery, installation, and full integration of a modular particle image velocimetry (PIV) system designed for high-precision two-dimensional, two-component velocity measurements in challenging environmental conditions, specifically within LSU’s open-jet wind laboratory. The system must operate reliably under high-turbulence airflow and in full daylight, requiring advanced optical filtering, high-intensity illumination, and high-speed imaging components to ensure accurate data capture without interference from ambient light. The modular design supports flexibility in layout and scalability to accommodate varying experimental configurations, while seamless integration with existing lab infrastructure and data acquisition systems is mandatory to ensure operational continuity and data coherence. The work is structured as a subcontract under Louisiana State University’s Baton Rouge operations, with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and a NAICS code of 334516 indicating classification within the optical instrument manufacturing sector. Performance will take place at LSU’s open-jet wind lab, though the precise location details are unspecified in the posting. The procurement focuses on technical capability, reliability under demanding conditions, and turnkey implementation, with no set-aside provisions indicated. Subcontractors must demonstrate proven experience in PIV system deployment for aerodynamic research, with an emphasis on ruggedness, precision, and compatibility with complex fluid dynamics testing environments.