Intent to Award Sole/Single Source - Zeiss Xradia Versa Equipment Upgrade and Services
Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2396 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL PZLE
Location
GOULDS, FL
Florida
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Special Notice
Service / NAICS
334516
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2396 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL PZLE involves intent to award sole/single source - zeiss xradia versa equipment upgrade and services in GOULDS, Florida. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by May 6, 2026 (11 days remaining).
Contract Description
This requirement is for an upgrade to the Zeiss Xradia Versa system to support a classified, higher headquarters directed project, in addition to providing maintenance services of products manufactured by Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC in support of the Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW). NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SINGLE SOURCE: The NAICS Code is 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/PZLEQ), located at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, intends to award a sole source purchase order as authorized by RFO 12.201-1 to Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC. In order to comply with RFO 5.101(c)(4)(vii), the reason for lack of competition is as follows: Carl Zeiss Microscopy, LLC, the manufacturer of the equipment, is the only vendor...
Timeline
Posted Date
Apr 23, 2026
Response Deadline
May 6, 2026
11 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in GOULDS, Florida. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Florida
- ✓You have worked with DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2396 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL PZLE before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 11 days remaining to prepare your response
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE RESEARCH LABORATORY.FA2396 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL PZLE contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of May 6, 2026.
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