Supply of Q-Sun Xe-3 Accelerated Weathering Tester

This contract entails the procurement and delivery of a new Q-Sun Xe-3, Gen 4 'E' Model accelerated weathering tester, specifically the XE-3-HSE variant equipped with relative humidity control and water spray capabilities. The scope includes all necessary components, packaging, and transportation to the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory located in Washington, DC. The purchase is conducted as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation, emphasizing support for small business participation as outlined by FAR 19.5. The contract is associated with the Department of Defense through the Naval Research Laboratory and falls under the NAICS code 333318, which pertains to commercial and service industry machinery manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on May 21, 2026, with a response deadline of May 27, 2026. The place of performance is specified as Washington, DC, with the delivery location at the Naval Research Laboratory’s facility. This acquisition supports the laboratory’s research needs by providing advanced equipment for accelerated weathering testing.