SAM #FA700026Q0063

USAF Academy Seeks High-Performance Quantum Scalar Magnetometers

The U.S. Air Force Academy is seeking sources for high-performance quantum scalar magnetometers for research and operational use. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, USAF Academy - Products/Services Requested: - Quantum scalar magnetometers (optically pumped magnetometers using atomic vapor cells) - Sensitivity: better than 1 pT/Hz - Bandwidth: DC to 500 Hz - Compact sensor head: max 20x20x40 mm - Ultra-lightweight: max 19 grams - Modular Electronic Control Unit (ECU) with real-time digital signal processing - Synchronized operation for multi-sensor arrays - No precise angular alignment required - Commercially Available Off-The-Shelf (COTS) - Must comply with the Buy American Act - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the notice is open to all qualified manufacturers, especially small businesses - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Devices must be COTS and Buy American Act compliant - Emphasis on modularity, compactness, and multi-sensor synchronization - Preference for optically pumped magnetometers using Rubidium or Potassium atomic vapor cells - No precise angular alignment required for sensor operation

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