SBIR / STTR #DAF26BZ02-DV013

Air Force SBIR: Modernization of Flash X-Ray Test Machines (CXS & PI 538)

The Department of the Air Force is soliciting small business proposals for the modernization of flash X-ray simulated environments, supporting nuclear test and evaluation capabilities. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Air Force SBIR/STTR Program - Key contacts include Mr. Daniel J. Brewer (Contracting Officer), Frank Sage, and Nathan Schavz - Products/Services Requested: - Modernization of two flash X-ray test machines (CXS and PI 538) - Redesign CXS as a cold X-ray source - Reduce PI 538 pulse width and improve operational throughput - Replace components with advanced materials to increase maintenance intervals and operational capacity - Design and build two new flash X-ray test capabilities with new output profiles - Offsite assessment and evaluation of component replacements - Quantities and Part Numbers: - Two flash X-ray test capabilities (Part Number: DAF26BZ02-DV013) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Repurposing and upgrading existing CXS and PI 538 machines - Support for nuclear modernization and combined radiation environment testing - Emphasis on technical feasibility, export control compliance, and U.S.-based R&D - Direct-to-Phase-II SBIR solicitation (no Phase I awards) - Maximum award value up to $2 million for a 24-month period - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; opportunity is open to innovative small businesses

Description

This solicitation is a pre-release for the SBIR program focused on the modernization of flash X-ray simulated environments. It is part of the Department of Air Force (DAF) SBIR program managed by the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC). The solicitation invites proposals for direct-to-Phase-II projects addressing the feasibility of solutions related to flash X-ray environment modernization. The solicitation includes instructions and preface details for potential bidders and emphasizes the importance of meeting all SBIR program requirements.

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