SINGLE PHOTON AVALANCHE DIODE (SPAD) CAMERA WITH ACCESSORIES
ID:  FA860125Q0076Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8601 AFLCMC PZIOWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-5344, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/94dca0a908e6452cbf0931d3e4dfd419/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 21, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking quotes for a Single Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) camera with accessories, aimed at enhancing educational resources for remote sensing students at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). This procurement is intended to provide advanced imaging capabilities that facilitate the capture of single-photon images for 3-D reconstructions, thereby addressing a critical educational gap in the field of remote sensing. The selected contractor must deliver the camera within six weeks of contract award, adhering to stringent technical specifications and compliance with Defense regulations. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by April 21, 2025, and are encouraged to direct any inquiries to Jennifer Blackford or Raschelle Swindle before the deadline for questions on April 16, 2025.

Point(s) of Contact
Jennifer Blackford
jennifer.blackford@us.af.mil
Raschelle Swindle
raschelle.swindle@us.af.mil
Files
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Atch 1 - Combined Synopis_Solicitation.pdf
Apr 7, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document is a combined synopsis and solicitation for a Request for Quote (RFQ) regarding the purchase of a Single Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) camera with accessories by the AFLCMC/PZI. Quotes are due by 21 April 2025 and are only being requested from small business entities within the designated NAICS size standard. The procurement process follows Simplified Acquisition Procedures under FAR Part 13, with the intent to award a Firm Fixed Price contract based on the lowest price technically acceptable quotation that meets the requirements specified in the Statement of Work (SOW). The required camera should be delivered within six weeks after contract award. Interested vendors must submit their queries by April 16, 2025, and ensure timely submission of their quotes by email. Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for all potential bidders. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation at any time and will consider the overall value and compliance of bids to determine award eligibility. This solicitation primarily aims to procure a specific technological commodity, aiming for transparency and competitiveness among small businesses while ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations.
Atch 2 - SOW 07APR25.pdf
Apr 7, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The Department of Defense is seeking a Single Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) camera with accessories for the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT). This cutting-edge imaging system will address a significant educational gap for remote sensing students, allowing them to engage with advanced technologies capable of capturing single-photon images for 3-D reconstructions in challenging conditions. The procurement supports multiple courses at AFIT, emphasizing practical expertise in modern remote sensing. The camera must meet stringent technical specifications, including photon counting and time-correlated single-photon counting modes, with high spatial and temporal resolution capabilities. Essential features include a 32x32 pixel array, photon detection efficiency, user-selectable processing options, and interoperability with various programming languages. The manufacturer must demonstrate proven experience with similar products, and all equipment must originate from qualifying countries as per Defense regulations. The contractor is expected to deliver and install the system within six weeks of contract award, with strict guidelines for shipping, invoicing, and vehicle entry to the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This procurement reflects an investment in the educational development of future remote sensing professionals within the military context.
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SINGLE PHOTON AVALANCHE DIODE (SPAD) CAMERA WITH ACCESSORIES
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