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Scintillometer BLS900 Neo, Path Reduction Aperture, Power Supply, Standard and Tall Tripods

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT DRUM · Response deadline: Tue, 03 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Army is seeking a scintillometer system—specifically the BLS900 Neo model with supporting equipment including a path reduction aperture, power supply, and both standard and tall tripods. A scintillometer is a meteorological instrument that measures atmospheric turbulence and heat flux by analyzing the scintillation (fluctuations in intensity) of light passing through the air. These systems are commonly used for weather monitoring, environmental research, and military applications such as predicting optical propagation conditions for laser systems, rangefinders, and thermal imaging.

This is a total small business set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may bid. The work falls under NAICS 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), which covers manufacturers of instruments for measuring and testing various physical properties. Companies in this NAICS typically produce meteorological, hydrological, and geophysical instruments.

Key facts

Who can bid

Only small business concerns may submit offers. To qualify, your business must meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 334519, which is typically 1,000 employees (see the solicitation or SBA.gov for current thresholds). You must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active registration through the award period, and certify as small for this NAICS code.

If you are the manufacturer of the BLS900 Neo or an authorized distributor/dealer, you may have advantages in meeting any source restrictions. For nonmanufacturers, the SBA nonmanufacturer rule requires that you supply the product of a domestic small business manufacturer—or obtain a waiver. Verify whether this contract triggers any of those requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

1. Confirm product eligibility – Determine whether you can supply the exact BLS900 Neo configuration or if you need to partner with the OEM. The notice references specific model names and accessories, so deviations will likely require clarification or render your bid nonresponsive.

2. Verify small business status – Ensure your SAM.gov profile accurately reflects small business status for NAICS 334519. Update your representations and certifications if needed.

3. Source pricing from the OEM or distributor network – Request formal quotes early. Scintillometers are specialized scientific instruments with limited suppliers; lead times and allocation may affect your pricing and delivery commitments.

4. Address evaluation factors – Combined Synopsis/Solicitation notices typically award on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis for commercially available items. See the solicitation to confirm whether the Army evaluates price alone or considers technical factors such as warranty, training, or past performance.

5. Confirm packaging, marking, and shipping – Military shipments often require specific labeling, RFID, and delivery to a DOD receiving point. See the solicitation for any DFARS clauses or Fort Drum-specific requirements.

6. Submit through the designated portal – Most Army MICC solicitations require submission through SAM.gov or a specified electronic system. Do not wait until the deadline; system issues are not grounds for extension.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation W911S227U0078 on SAM.gov to obtain the complete specification, contract clauses, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria. Note the firm deadline of November 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM Central Time—late submissions are not accepted. Consider submitting questions early if any specification is unclear, as the notice provides limited detail.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →