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Polytec VibroFlex Connect Fiber Optic Laser Doppler Vibrometer System

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SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2026-0024Federal

Submission Closed06/29/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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The Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for a Polytec VibroFlex Connect Fiber Optic Laser Doppler Vibrometer System or an equivalent system, as outlined in the Minimum Requirements Document dated 04 June 2026. The technical specifications require a laser operating at a wavelength of 1550 nm to prevent destructive interference, a fiber optic cable assembly of at least six feet in length, a minimum bandwidth of 50 kHz to support data analysis up to 20 kHz, a velocity measurement range of at least 12.5 m/s, a noise floor below 75 µm/s on untreated surfaces, and functionality at a standoff distance of up to 100 meters. The system must include Polytec MDE-Controller software or an equivalent capable of managing and controlling a minimum of eight sensors with scalability beyond ten, full compatibility with existing government-owned Polytec software including PSV Software, VibroScan PSV-600-3D, and PSV-500-1D, and the ability to provide an analog voltage output between 0 and 10 volts while displaying measurements as displacement and acceleration. This effort is categorized under NAICS code 334516 and is being managed by the Department of Defense through the FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle organization. Responses are due by 10 AM Eastern Time on 29 June 2026 and must be submitted electronically to Mike Hornberger at [email hidden] with the exact subject line “Polytec VibroFlex Connect Fiber Optic Laser Doppler Vibrometer System.” Only .PDF, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx attachments are permitted, while .zip or .exe files will be filtered out. Each response must include the company name, CAGE code, address, point of contact details, and confirmation of small business status under FAR Part 19.1, including any applicable designations such as 8(a) or HubZone. Respondents must also provide a detailed description of their capability and experience to meet the technical requirements. This is strictly a market research action and not a solicitation, quote request, or binding commitment; the government will not award a contract or reimburse any costs incurred in preparing responses. All information gathered will inform potential future procurement decisions and help evaluate industry

General Info

Air Force seeks industry input on fiber optic vibrometer system by June 29, 2026, for market research only.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, OH, 45433, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

MRD Polytec VibroFlex Connect Fiber Optic Laser Doppler Vibrometer System

minimum-requirements-document

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 18

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJun 29

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

06/29/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle

Office AddressWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

Contacts

Mike Hornberger

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has a requirement for a Polytec VibroFlex Connect Fiber Optic Laser Doppler Vibrometer System.

This is a Sources Sought (SS). This is not a presolicitation or Request for Quote (RFQ) and is not to be construed as any commitment by the Government. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract and pay for any quote preparation costs. The Government will not accept quotes at this time. This notice is not an offer by the Government to enter a contract. Interested Small Business concerns must identify to the contracting officer their interest and capability to satisfy the Government's requirement by closing date listed. Responses will allow the Government to conduct an initial review of market capabilities in support of requirements identified in the Draft Minimum Requirements Document.

NAICS Code: 334516

SUBMISSION DETAILS: All interested parties are encouraged to submit a response to this Sources Sought. Responses will be accepted until 29 June 2026 at 10 AM Eastern Time and should address the following questions:

1. Company name, cage code, address, point of contact, phone number, and email address

2. Identification of whether the company is currently designated as a Small Business as defined in FAR Part 19.1 and the appropriate category (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, etc.).

3. Company description of relevant capability and experience to provide supplies/services in accordance with the minimum requirements.

Capability package responses and questions shall be sent electronically to Mike Hornberger at contact@example.gov.

Be advised that all correspondence sent via e-mail shall contain a subject line that reads “Polytec VibroFlex Connect Fiber Optic Laser Doppler Vibrometer System.” Note that e-mail filters at Wright-Patterson AFB are designed to filter e-mails without subject lines or with suspicious subject lines or contents (i.e., .exe, or .zip files). Therefore, if this subject line is not included, the e-mail may not get through the e-mail filters. Also be advised that .zip or .exe files are not allowable attachments and may be deleted by the e-mail filters at Wright-Patterson AFB. If sending attachments with e-mail, ensure only .PDF, .doc, docx, xls, or .xsls documents are sent. The e-mail filter may delete any other form of attachments.