SL Noise Reduction - Market Intelligence Request

The Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Test Center is seeking qualified engineering services vendors to support a Shock Lift (SL) Noise Reduction project at Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), Arnold Air Force Base. The primary scope involves conducting comprehensive noise assessments, measuring noise levels in accordance with OSHA and ANSI standards, identifying specific noise sources within exhaust duct systems, and developing feasible mitigation solutions that do not negatively impact existing operations. Vendors must demonstrate three key technical capabilities: expertise in noise measurement within industrial environments, capability to develop and implement duct modification solutions, and ability to deliver comprehensive data and reporting. The market intelligence phase was posted on December 13, 2025, with responses due by January 16, 2026. Qualified vendors must comply with 10 U.S.C. 4022 requirements and undergo NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity compliance vetting before accessing the full Statement of Objectives documentation.

This procurement is not designated as a set-aside opportunity and targets vendors classified under NAICS Code 541330 (Engineering Services). The specific award value and budget range have not been disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, and no incumbent contractor information is provided at this stage. The project scope includes developing a detailed sampling and measurement strategy, performing measurement uncertainty analysis, conducting acoustic modeling, and delivering a proof of concept with a conceptual design that incorporates equipment specifications, structural analysis, non-destructive examination results, and pressure testing documentation. The government will retain unlimited data rights to all technical data and drawings produced under this contract, and the contractor must provide on-site training for any new equipment or systems implemented. The timeline and duration for project completion have not been specified in the available documents.