AMPS Hi-Res EVR Testing and Consulting
ID: FA822226AMPSType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8222 AFSC OL H PZIEHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5805, USA

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Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

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METEOROLOGICAL INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6660)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the AMPS Hi-Res EVR Testing and Consulting project at Cape Canaveral, Florida. The primary objective is to determine the Effective Vertical Resolution (EVR) of the Vaisala MW51 sounding system, which is critical for accurate wind measurements necessary for Eastern Range launches. This procurement is aimed at gathering information for market research to assess the competitiveness of the effort and potential small business set-asides, with a focus on various small business classifications. Interested parties must respond by January 5, 2026, at 12 PM MT, providing relevant company details and experience to assist in determining the best acquisition strategy. For further inquiries, contact Mitchell Carver at mitchell.carver@us.af.mil or Jonathan Graham at jonathan.graham.11@us.af.mil.

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    The DD FORM 1423-1, FEB 2001, is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) used by the Department of Defense to specify data deliverables from contractors. This particular form details a single data item, an EVR Report for "Meteorological Services" by Tim Wilfong and Associates, LLC, for CLIN 002. The report, designated as DI-MISC-80508A, is required as a one-time submission no later than 30 days after launch. It must be delivered in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe PDF formats. The document also includes comprehensive instructions for both government personnel and contractors on how to complete the form, including definitions for various price groups (Group I to Group IV) related to data item development costs. The estimated total price for this data item is $0.00. The form was prepared by Jessie Steers and approved by Garry Navas on December 15, 2025.
    This Sources Sought Synopsis, with NAICS Code 334519, seeks to identify potential sources for AMPS Hi-Res EVR Testing and Consulting. It aims to gather information for market research to determine if the effort can be competitive or a Small Business Set-Aside. The government is interested in various small businesses, including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned concerns. Interested parties should respond by January 5, 2026, at 12 PM MT, providing company details, POC information, relevant experience, suggested revisions to the draft PWS, prime/subcontractor status, familiarity with WAWF, small business status, and SAM registration. Responses will help the government determine the best acquisition strategy and are for planning purposes only, not a solicitation.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines a contract for determining the Effective Vertical Resolution (EVR) of the Vaisala MW51 sounding system at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS). The contractor will analyze data from paired radiosonde releases using Jimsphere balloons and government-provided data. The primary goal is to ensure the MW51 system meets accuracy requirements for wind measurements critical for Eastern Range launches. The contractor's tasks include observing balloon releases, collecting associated data, and conducting spectral analyses to determine EVR for 100-foot data. A final EVR report is required within 30 days of receiving all data, and the government retains unlimited rights to all deliverables. The period of performance will not exceed 120 days after contract receipt or 30 days after final data delivery, whichever is later.
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