SAM #SS-AFRL-RIZ-2026-0018

Market Research for Explosive-Resistant Friction Ovens for AFRL/RWTE

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RWTE), is seeking industry input for the potential procurement of two explosive-resistant friction ovens for use at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. - Government Buyer: - Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RWTE) - Contracting office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) explosive-resistant friction ovens - Ovens must be intrinsically safe and operable in Class I/Division I hazardous areas - Interior dimensions: approximately 37"W x 34"D x 42"H - Operating temperature: 40°C to 90°C; maximum temperature at least 120°C - Air circulation for uniform heat distribution - Three material trays per oven (36"W x 33"D x 1"H, 175 lbs capacity each) - NFPA-compliant purging system - Remote control capability from a building 300 feet away - Spare PLC and HMI dashboard components included - Minimum one-year warranty - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Ovens must be suitable for drying and curing energetic materials and conducting aging studies - Compliance with intrinsic safety and hazardous area operation standards - Remote operation and safety features are critical - Spare parts and warranty required - Place of Performance: - Eglin Air Force Base, Florida (Buildings 1206 and 1247) - Contracting office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio - The notice is a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) to assess market capabilities, especially from small businesses.

Description

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has a requirement to purchase two (2) explosive-resistant friction ovens for AFRL/RWTE at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.

This is a Sources Sought (SS)/Request for Information (RFI) only. This is NOT a presolicitation or Request for Quote (RFQ) and is not to be construed as any commitment by the Government. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract and/or pay for any quote preparation costs. The Government will not accept quotes at this time. This notice is not an offer by the Government to enter into a contract or any agreement. Interested Small Business concerns must identify to the Contracting Officer their interest and full capability to satisfy the Government's requirement by closing date listed. Responses will allow the Government to conduct an initial review of market capabilities in support of requirements identified in the attached Minimum Requirements Document (MRD) dated 26 April 2026.

SUBMISSION DETAILS: All interested parties are encouraged to submit a response to this SS/RFI. Capability packages should address the following questions:

Company name, CAGE code, address, point of contact, phone number, and email address. Identification of whether the company is currently designated as a Small Business under the requirement’s NAICS code as defined in RFO Part 19.1 or a Small Business concern identified at RFO 19.000(a)(3): 8(a), HUBZone small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, EDWOSB, or WOSB status. Company description of relevant capability and experience to provide supplies/services in accordance with the minimum requirements listed in the attached draft SOW. Item specifications/descriptions/brochures being offered that meet requirements listed in attached draft SOW. Company's potential teammates/subcontractors (if required to ensure success). What, if any, risks or unknowns would hinder industry’s ability to meet the requirements? Do you have an active GSA contract/schedule with this item available for purchase? If so, please include contract number and a copy of contract/schedule.

Capability packages shall be sent via email to Christof Olp-Weakland at christopher.olp-weakland@us.af.mil, by Monday 08 June 2026 at 12:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

The Government encourages submittal of any additional comments or suggestions that you would like to share. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

All correspondences sent via email shall contain a subject line that reads “SS-AFRL-RIZ-2026-0018 AFRL/RWTE Explosive-Resistant Friction Ovens”.  Please note that email filters at Wright-Patterson AFB are designed to filter emails without subject lines or with suspicious subject lines or contents (i.e., .exe, or .zip files).  Therefore, if this subject line is not included, the email may not get through the email filters.  Also be advised that .zip or .exe files are not allowable attachments and may be deleted by the email filters at Wright-Patterson AFB.  If sending attachments with email, ensure only .pdf, .doc, docx, xls, or .xsls documents are sent.  The email filter may delete any other form of attachments.

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