SCIF Cameras -Intent to sole Source_Redacted.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

AIR FORCE DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON

ANDREWS AIR FORCE BASE

2/4/2026

MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD

FROM: AFDW/PKH

1500 W PERIMETER RD STE 5750

ANDREWS AFB, MD 20762-6604

UNITED STATES

SUBJECT: Synopsis AFPAA SCIF Camera Equipment F1AF2G6026AC01

1. The purpose of this synopsis is to announce that the Air Force District of Washington, Contracting Directorate (AFDW/PK), anticipates sole-sourcing a contract for the procurement of mirrorless camera equipment for use in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs). The estimated value of the procurement is This requirement is critical for providing the Air Force Public Affairs Agency (AFPAA) with the necessary equipment for continued support of the global mission. The specific camera equipment required is the Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera, which is the only equipment capable of meeting SCIF security requirements and fully integrating with existing lenses and support equipment.

2. The intended recipient of this sole-source award is Nikon Inc. This decision is based on Nikon Inc.'s unique ability to modify the Z6 III camera to permanently disable wireless and Bluetooth functionalities during manufacturing, which is required for use in SCIFs.

Additionally, the existing AFPAA inventory includes Nikon-specific lenses, batteries, and other support equipment. Switching to another manufacturer would result in significant additional costs for new lenses and support items, totaling approximately

The previous AFPAA procurements for SCIF cameras were successfully conducted with Nikon products, and the continued use of Nikon cameras will eliminate unnecessary additional costs and maintain compatibility with existing equipment.

3. This requirement will not be set-aside for small businesses. Nikon Inc. is not a small business, and the modification of their product to meet SCIF requirements is proprietary to them.

4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the proposed contract is 423410 Photographic Equipment/Supplies Merchant. The Product Service Code (PSC) is 6760 Photographic Equipment and Accessories.

5. This synopsis is not a Request for Quote, Bid, or Proposal. The Government is not responsible for any costs incurred in the preparation of the aforementioned documents or capability statements.

6. All interested parties that believe they could satisfy the requirement listed above are invited to submit a capability statement on or before the response date of this SAM.gov post to Ms. Stacy Rutherford at stacy.rutherford.ctr@us.af.mil, and Capt Cordarrell D.

Hammond, at cordarrell.hammond@us.af.mil.