Thermal Calibration Services

The Naval Research Laboratory is seeking subcontractor services to provide multiple thermal calibration kits for mid-wave infrared cameras, covering expansive temperature ranges from -20°C to 350°C and 45°C to 600°C, with an additional micro-calibration requirement spanning -10°C to +350°C. These calibration kits must ensure precise and reliable thermal response across the full spectrum of operational temperatures, supporting critical imaging and sensing applications under extreme environmental conditions. The work is scoped to deliver calibrated hardware capable of maintaining accuracy and consistency in high-stakes defense and research contexts. The opportunity is classified as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541380, indicating specialized scientific and technical consulting services. Responses are due by July 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM, following a posting date of July 22, 2026. Performance is to occur in Washington, DC, at a facility with ZIP code 20375, aligning with the Naval Research Laboratory’s primary operational base. The procurement reflects an urgent need for high-precision calibration solutions to support ongoing advanced sensor development within the Department of Defense, with no set-aside provisions indicated.