Single Source Justification_Optical Intensifier_Redacted.pdf

This is a Single Source Justification document for a simplified acquisition of an optical intensifier from Axiom Optics, Inc. for the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) at Wright-Patterson AFB, with Purchase Request number FE23003254027.

The requirement is for a specialized UV-compatible optical intensifier that amplifies incoming light for studying hydrogen combustion, specifically compatible with AFIT's existing Shimadzu HPV-X2 camera. After market research and a Sources Sought notice (ID A036950) posted on SAM.gov from April 18-30, 2024, Axiom Optics was determined to be the only vendor capable of meeting the technical requirements with their HiCatt 25 S20B 40ns 1000kHZ product, including intensifier gate control and 45mm UV lens CERCO F/1.8 characteristics. Two vendors responded to the Sources Sought notice but failed to demonstrate relevant qualifications. The Contracting Officer made a determination on November 25, 2024 that a single source award was justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).