Federal · SAM.gov · Tinker Afb, OK

Zeiss Metallographs

Department of DefenseIssuing agency·Tinker Afb, OK·via the SAM.gov Get Opportunities API

Closed

Closed Oct 7, 2026·Posted Oct 2, 2026

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AI takeaways

The work is procurement of two complete and ready-to-use Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems for installation at two locations at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Responses are due October 7, 2026, following posting on October 2, 2026.
The solicitation is issued by the Department of Defense as a combined synopsis/solicitation single sourced to HiTech Instruments Inc. as Zeiss' exclusive authorized reseller to Tinker Air Force Base with FOB Destination Tinker AFB, OK.
Delivery is to two separate locations at Tinker AFB, OK 73145 including offloading, placement in the designated installation area, and final power connection with demonstration that the systems are fully operational.
Each system includes an Axio Observer 5 Materials microscope stand, epi-illumination light train, EC EpiPlan Neofluar objectives, Axiocam 705 color camera, HP Z2 microscopy workstation with 24-inch monitor, and ZEN Core software with Materials, 2D, AI and Developer toolkits.
Calibration and certification on each system must meet ISO 17025 with a calibration sticker and a Calibration Certificate of Traceability provided to the Government point of contact.
On-site training at Tinker Air Force Base covers advanced microscopy, image analysis, and materials applications for no less than three operators for one eight-hour day by a Materials Microscopy and Imaging Specialist.
Proposals must include a detailed itemized parts list with description, manufacturer's part number, and quantity for each component, and work is performed Monday through Friday 0645-1530.

Method: Combined Synopsis/Solicitati…
Documents: 2 files

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Notice

a439b49512d44a4a87c9a6ab03ff1b54

FA812626Q0063

Method

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

What this bid is asking for

AI-generated

Deliver two complete Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems with hardware, software, cameras and workstations
Deliver, offload, install and demonstrate two fully operational systems at two Tinker AFB locations
Calibrate both systems to ISO 17025 and provide calibration stickers and Certificates of Traceability
Perform performance verification and acceptance testing until systems meet OEM specifications
Provide one eight-hour day of on-site operator training for at least three people

Posted Scope of Work

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation notice for the procurement of two (2) complete and ready-to-use Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems. This requirement is single source to HiTech Instruments Inc., as they are Zeiss' exclusive authorized reseller to Tinker Air Force Base. As stated and confirmed by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Zeiss.

FOB Destination is Tinker AFB OK.

Scope, read from the documentsAI-generated

Provide two complete Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems with all associated hardware and software, including delivery to two separate locations at Tinker Air Force Base, installation with final power connection and demonstration of full operation, ISO 17025 calibration with certificates of traceability and stickers, performance verification and acceptance testing, and one day of on-site training for at least three operators.

Documents

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M27-004 Zeiss Metallographs - 12 -Updated SOW.pdfPDF

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Solicitation-Rev 4_ FA812626Q0063.pdfPDF

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Questions & answers

AI-generated

What is being procured?

Two (2) complete and ready-to-use Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems, including all associated hardware, software, delivery, installation, performance verification, calibration and training.

Where will the systems be delivered and installed?

To two (2) separate locations at Tinker Air Force Base, OK 73145 with FOB Destination Tinker AFB OK.

When are responses due?

October 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM America/Chicago time.

What must a proposal include to be technically acceptable?

A detailed and itemized parts list that clearly identifies a description for each component, part, and accessory, includes the Manufacturer's Part Number for each item, and specifies the quantity for each item.

What training is required?

On-site training at Tinker Air Force Base for no less than three operators for one day, eight hours per day, covering advanced microscopy techniques, advanced image analysis, interactive and automatic measurements, and materials analysis applications including Grains, Multiphase, Graphite and DAS.

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Hit

a439b49512d44a4a87c9a6ab03ff1b54

Type

Code: k
Value: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Type

opportunity

Award

Awardee

Title

Zeiss Metallographs

R Score

Is Active

Yes

Is Canceled

Publish Date

Oct 2, 2026

Descriptions

Content: <p>This is a combined synopsis/solicitation notice for the procurement of two (2) complete and ready-to-use Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems. This requirement is single source to HiTech Instruments Inc., as they are Zeiss' exclu
Last Modified Date: Oct 2, 2026

Modified Date

Oct 2, 2026

Response Date

Oct 7, 2026

Modifications

Count: 1

Parent Notice Id

3f0c85b733414c92a2ad30b4937eee31

Response Time Zone

America/Chicago

Response Date Actual

Oct 7, 2026

Solicitation Number

FA812626Q0063

Organization Hierarchy

Code

9700

Name

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Type

DEPARTMENT

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

100000000

Code

5700

Name

DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE

Type

AGENCY

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

300000251

Code

AFMC

Name

AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND

Type

MAJOR COMMAND

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

100000570

Code

AFSC

Name

AIR FORCE SUSTAINMENT CENTER

Type

SUB COMMAND

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

100001003

Code

FA8126

Name

FA8126 AFSC PZIMB

Type

OFFICE

Level

Status

active

Address

Zip: "73145-3305"
City: "TINKER AFB"
State: "OK"
Country: "USA"
Street Address: "CP 405 739 5329"
Street Address2: "3001 STAFF DR STE 2S76"

Organization Id

500042476

Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Title

Zeiss Metallographs

Active

Yes

Detail

Type

Naics

Code: 334516
Type: primary

Title

Zeiss Metallographs

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Federal · SAM.gov · Tinker Afb, OK

Zeiss Metallographs

Department of DefenseIssuing agency·Tinker Afb, OK·via the SAM.gov Get Opportunities API

Closed

Closed Oct 7, 2026·Posted Oct 2, 2026

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This one closed Oct 7, 2026. Catch the next goods & materials bid in Oklahoma before it does.

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AI takeaways

The work is procurement of two complete and ready-to-use Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems for installation at two locations at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Responses are due October 7, 2026, following posting on October 2, 2026.
The solicitation is issued by the Department of Defense as a combined synopsis/solicitation single sourced to HiTech Instruments Inc. as Zeiss' exclusive authorized reseller to Tinker Air Force Base with FOB Destination Tinker AFB, OK.
Delivery is to two separate locations at Tinker AFB, OK 73145 including offloading, placement in the designated installation area, and final power connection with demonstration that the systems are fully operational.
Each system includes an Axio Observer 5 Materials microscope stand, epi-illumination light train, EC EpiPlan Neofluar objectives, Axiocam 705 color camera, HP Z2 microscopy workstation with 24-inch monitor, and ZEN Core software with Materials, 2D, AI and Developer toolkits.
Calibration and certification on each system must meet ISO 17025 with a calibration sticker and a Calibration Certificate of Traceability provided to the Government point of contact.
On-site training at Tinker Air Force Base covers advanced microscopy, image analysis, and materials applications for no less than three operators for one eight-hour day by a Materials Microscopy and Imaging Specialist.
Proposals must include a detailed itemized parts list with description, manufacturer's part number, and quantity for each component, and work is performed Monday through Friday 0645-1530.

Method: Combined Synopsis/Solicitati…
Documents: 2 files

These takeaways are AI-generated and may be incomplete or wrong. Always verify every detail against the official documents before you bid.

This one has closed — get prequalified before the next one.One free application, soft pull — sized to your work.

Know you can be bonded before you spend a week on the bid
No scramble for a bond at the deadline — it becomes a request form
A good guy letter to show an agency

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Contact the buyer

Brian Eakers

brian.eakers@us.af.milEmail

Location:

Tinker AFB, OK 73145

Open in Maps ↗

Notice

a439b49512d44a4a87c9a6ab03ff1b54

FA812626Q0063

Method

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

What this bid is asking for

AI-generated

Deliver two complete Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems with hardware, software, cameras and workstations
Deliver, offload, install and demonstrate two fully operational systems at two Tinker AFB locations
Calibrate both systems to ISO 17025 and provide calibration stickers and Certificates of Traceability
Perform performance verification and acceptance testing until systems meet OEM specifications
Provide one eight-hour day of on-site operator training for at least three people

Posted Scope of Work

FOB Destination is Tinker AFB OK.

Scope, read from the documentsAI-generated

Documents

Download zip

M27-004 Zeiss Metallographs - 12 -Updated SOW.pdfPDF

Preview Download

Solicitation-Rev 4_ FA812626Q0063.pdfPDF

Preview Download

Questions & answers

AI-generated

What is being procured?

Where will the systems be delivered and installed?

To two (2) separate locations at Tinker Air Force Base, OK 73145 with FOB Destination Tinker AFB OK.

When are responses due?

October 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM America/Chicago time.

What must a proposal include to be technically acceptable?

What training is required?

Full source recordEvery field SAM.gov published, untouched

Hit

a439b49512d44a4a87c9a6ab03ff1b54

Type

Code: k
Value: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Type

opportunity

Award

Awardee

Title

Zeiss Metallographs

R Score

Is Active

Yes

Is Canceled

Publish Date

Oct 2, 2026

Descriptions

Content: <p>This is a combined synopsis/solicitation notice for the procurement of two (2) complete and ready-to-use Zeiss Axio Observer 5 Materials Microscope Systems. This requirement is single source to HiTech Instruments Inc., as they are Zeiss' exclu
Last Modified Date: Oct 2, 2026

Modified Date

Oct 2, 2026

Response Date

Oct 7, 2026

Modifications

Count: 1

Parent Notice Id

3f0c85b733414c92a2ad30b4937eee31

Response Time Zone

America/Chicago

Response Date Actual

Oct 7, 2026

Solicitation Number

FA812626Q0063

Organization Hierarchy

Code

9700

Name

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Type

DEPARTMENT

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

100000000

Code

5700

Name

DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE

Type

AGENCY

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

300000251

Code

AFMC

Name

AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND

Type

MAJOR COMMAND

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

100000570

Code

AFSC

Name

AIR FORCE SUSTAINMENT CENTER

Type

SUB COMMAND

Level

Status

active

Address

Organization Id

100001003

Code

FA8126

Name

FA8126 AFSC PZIMB

Type

OFFICE

Level

Status

active

Address

Zip: "73145-3305"
City: "TINKER AFB"
State: "OK"
Country: "USA"
Street Address: "CP 405 739 5329"
Street Address2: "3001 STAFF DR STE 2S76"

Organization Id

500042476

Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Title

Zeiss Metallographs

Active

Yes

Detail

Type

Naics

Code: 334516
Type: primary

Title

Zeiss Metallographs

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FreeGet this one →

Performance & Payment BondUsually 100% of the contract

Due after award

Flat 3%Get this one →

$0, forever48-hr responseA-ratedSoft pull

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