SAM #SS-AFRL-RIZ-2026-0035

Sources Sought for DAPD Array Digital Receiver System for AFRL

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Sensors Directorate, Multispectral Sensing and Detection Division (AFRL/RFMM) is seeking sources for a Discrete Amplification Photon Detector (DAPD) Array Receiver System. - Government Buyer: - Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) - Sensors Directorate, Multispectral Sensing and Detection Division (AFRL/RFMM) - Products/Services Requested: - Discrete Amplification Photon Detector (DAPD) Array Receiver System - Multi-channel near-infrared photon detection (~1550 nm) - Minimum 25 independent channels - Integrated digital processing - High sensitivity and precise timing - Compatibility with existing laboratory hardware and software - User-friendly software with GUI and APIs - Secure data handling - Manufacturer warranty and technical support - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must support at least 25 channels for photon detection - Must operate in the near-infrared range (around 1550 nm) - Requires integrated digital processing and precise timing - Compatibility with existing lab instrumentation and software - Secure data handling and user-friendly software - Manufacturer warranty and technical support required - Interested parties are requested to submit capability statements addressing these requirements.

Description

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has a requirement for a DAPD Array Digital Receiver.

This is a Sources Sought (SS).  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. Interested Small Business concerns must identify to the contracting officer their interest and 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 Draft Minimum Requirements Document.

NAICS Code: 334413

SUBMISSION DETAILS: All interested parties are encouraged to submit a response to this Sources Sought. Responses will be accepted until 22 July 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time and should address the following questions:

1. Company name, cage code, address, point of contact, phone number, and email address

2. Identification of whether the company is currently designated as a Small Business as defined in FAR Part 19.1 and the appropriate category (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, etc.).

3. Company description of relevant capability and experience to provide supplies/services in accordance with the minimum requirements.

Capability package responses and questions shall be sent electronically to Mike Hornberger at michael.hornberger.1@us.af.mil.

Be advised that all correspondence sent via e-mail shall contain a subject line that reads “DAPD Array Digital Receiver” Note that e-mail filters at Wright-Patterson AFB are designed to filter e-mails 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 e-mail may not get through the e-mail filters.  Also be advised that .zip or .exe files are not allowable attachments and may be deleted by the e-mail filters at Wright-Patterson AFB.  If sending attachments with e-mail, ensure only .PDF, .doc, docx, xls, or .xsls documents are sent.  The e-mail filter may delete any other form of attachments.

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