SAM #NOTICE_OF_INTENT_TO_SOLE_SOURCE_FY26_USAFA_DFBI_BioSpherix_OxyCycler

Sole Source Procurement: BioSpherix OxyCycler C42 Controller and C-Chamber System for USAFA Biology Research

This notice announces the U.S. Air Force Academy's intent to award a sole source contract for specialized laboratory equipment. - Agency: U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), 10th Contracting Squadron - Sole source procurement to BioSpherix, LLC - Equipment: 2 units of OxyCycler C42 Dynamic/Pre-programmable O2/CO2 Controller with Single 2-Shelf C-Chamber (Part Number: CAT-C421C274) - System enables precise control of atmospheric gas concentrations for hypoxia and hyperoxia studies - Supports cadet research in aerospace physiology - Chambers are upgradeable for additional independent units - Justification: Proprietary technology, operational efficiency, and avoidance of costly custom development - No competitive solicitation; only BioSpherix products accepted - Contract type: Firm-fixed-price purchase order - Value: Below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) - Anticipated award date: On or before 30 September 2026

Technical Details - OEM: BioSpherix, LLC - Part Number: CAT-C421C274 - Quantity: 2 units - Requirement: Dynamic and programmable O2/CO2 control, chamber with two shelves, upgradeable

Commercial Opportunity - Sole source; no competition unless alternate vendors can demonstrate equivalent proprietary technology - Potential for future upgrades or additional chambers

Description

Please see attached notice of intent to sole source for (1) one OxyCycler C42 Dynamic/Pre-programmable O2/CO2 Controller & Single 2-Shelf C-Chamber.

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