Zeiss AxioObserver 7 Mat

The 309 Commodities Maintenance Group at Hill Air Force Base requires the procurement of one Zeiss Axio Observer 7 MAT metallograph system to replace an existing unit and maintain seamless operational continuity in the science and engineering lab. The acquisition is a total small‑business set‑aside (FAR 19.5) with an estimated contract value of $94,254.49 (FA8227‑26‑Q‑5001). The government mandates the identical brand‑name model to ensure full compatibility with current Zeiss Zen Core software, programmable motorized stages, and analytical modules, thereby avoiding additional training, data‑conversion challenges, and loss of data integrity. Because market research identified only three distributors of the required Zeiss system and the existing equipment can be serviced only by the same manufacturer, the Contracting Officer has determined, under FAR 13.106‑1(b)(1), that a single‑source, simplified acquisition is the only reasonable option. The contract will be performed in Nibley, Utah, and the point of contact is Amanda McLendon (amanda.mclendon@us.af.mil, 801‑777‑0166).

Notice ID

78539eaa8bd2493fbb164238ee116bb4

Solicitation Number

FA8227-26-Q-5001

NAICS Code

334516

Classification Code

6640