SAM #FY26_USAFA_DFME_HARDNESS_TESTERS

Sole Source Intent: Buehler Wilson 574T Rockwell Twin Hardness Testers and Accessories for USAFA

This notice announces the U.S. Air Force Academy's intent to sole source the purchase of two Buehler Wilson 574T Rockwell Twin Hardness Testers and related accessories for the Department of Mechanical Engineering's cadet laboratory and research needs. - Agency: U.S. Air Force Academy, 10th Contracting Squadron (10 CONS LGC) - Sole source procurement: Only Buehler or its authorized representatives are eligible due to exclusive distributorship and compatibility with existing lab equipment - Main products: - 2 Wilson 574T Rockwell Twin Hardness Testers (Model WH574T) - Carbide and diamond indenters (part numbers 9100407, 9100401) - Rockwell test blocks (part numbers 9202080W, 9203151) - Installation services (calibration for 4 scales, Zone 7 travel) - Freight (up to 500 lbs) - Warranty - Technical requirements: Equipment must comply with ASTM and ISO standards, include calibration certificates (NVLAP, NIST, A2LA), and be compatible with existing lab infrastructure - Delivery location: USAF Academy, Colorado - Period of performance: Anticipated award on or before 30 September 2026 as a firm fixed-price purchase order - Commercial opportunity: No competition expected due to sole source justification; alternative vendors may inquire but must demonstrate equivalent compatibility and certification

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Please see attached notice of intent to sole source for two (2) Buehler Wilson 574T Rockwell Twin Hardness Testers and accessories.

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