The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), is seeking to negotiate a sole source contract with the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) for testing and reporting of composite panel specimens. The primary objective of this procurement is to conduct coupon testing for the qualification of the AMS 3970 composite material system under conditions relevant to Naval Aviation, which includes conditioning, testing, and analyzing the materials, as well as compiling comprehensive reports with statistical analysis and test plans. This testing is crucial for establishing composite repair standards for NAVAIR, ensuring the reliability and safety of aviation components. Interested parties may submit their capabilities and interest by December 26, 2025, to Lyle Kralle at lyle.a.kralle.civ@us.navy.mil, noting that the procurement will be processed on a sole source basis, and the Government will not compensate for any information provided.