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RFI: Simultaneous Dynamic Scanning Calorimeter/Thermogravimetric Analyzer (SDT)

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FA7000RFI0523Federal

Submission Closed05/29/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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The US Air Force Academy Chemistry Department has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market data and identify qualified vendors who can supply a Simultaneous Dynamic Scanning Calorimeter/Thermogravimetric Analysis (SDT) instrument along with installation and training services. This RFI is solely for information and planning and does not guarantee a future request for proposals or quotes. The instrument sought must be a commercial off-the-shelf model capable of simultaneously capturing Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) data, including measurements of heat flow, weight changes, temperature, and heat capacity. Examples of acceptable models include the TA Instruments Discovery SDT 650, Mettler Toledo TGA/DSC 3+, and Netzsch STA 509 Jupiter or equivalents that meet or exceed the provided technical specifications. Interested vendors are requested to submit a capability statement containing essential company information, business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS code 334516, detailed product information including make, model, parts, specifications, manufacturing location, and lead time. Vendors who are not the original equipment manufacturers must also provide authorization letters from the OEMs. Responses must be emailed to the designated point of contact, Tammy Martin, by 2:00 p.m. MST on May 29, 2026. The delivery location for the equipment is the US Air Force Academy in Colorado. This RFI is part of the Department of Defense’s market research efforts to support procurement planning within the USAFA Chemistry Department.

General Info

US Air Force Academy seeks information on vendors supplying SDT instruments, installation, and training.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

USAF Academy, CO, 80840, USA

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NONE

Documents

(1)

SDT/STA Instrument Technical Specifications

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PhaseClosed

PostedMay 23

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineMay 29

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Submission Closed

05/29/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

Contacts1 person available

OfficeUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

Office AddressUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

Contacts

Tammy Martin

contact@example.gov

Full Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) only. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes; it does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue an RFQ in the future. The US Air Force Academy (USAFA) Chemistry Department is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of providing a Simultaneous Dynamic Scanning Calorimeter/Thermogravimetric Analysis (SDT) instrument with installation and training.

Delivery location: USAF Academy, CO 80840

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The instrument must be capable of simultaneously collecting Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) data to measure heat flow, weight changes, temperature, and heat capacity of samples. Interested vendors must be able to provide a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) instrument that meets or exceeds the attached minimum technical specifications.

Note: Known capable models include the TA Instruments Discovery SDT 650, Mettler Toledo TGA/DSC 3+, and Netzsch STA 509 Jupiter, or equal.

REQUESTED INFORMATION
Interested and capable vendors are requested to provide a brief capability statement containing the following information:

Company Information: Company Name, Point of Contact, Email Address, Phone Number, and Unique Entity ID (UEI).
Business Size: Business size standard and socioeconomic status under NAICS 334516 (Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees).
Product Information: Make, model, and part numbers of the proposed instrument(s) meeting the salient characteristics, including a brief product specification sheet. Include the place of manufacture and your lead-time for delivery.
Authorized Distributor Status: If not the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), please provide an authorization letter from the OEM to distribute their products.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Responses to this RFI should be submitted via email to Tammy Martin at tammy.martin.6@us.af.mil no later than 2:00 p.m. MST on 29 May 2026.