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Notice of Intent - Thermotron Industries

ID: NOI001191 • Type: Special Notice • Match:  95%
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PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY AS IT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY NOTICE THAT WILL BE PUBLISHED. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to procure on an other than full and open competitive basis, one (1) SM-1.0-8200 Benchtop Environmental Chamber. See attached spec sheet for full details.

This requirement will be sole sourced to Thermotron Industries. The North American Classification System Code (NAICS) is 334516; Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The size standard for NAICS Code 334516 is 1000 employees. The delivery shall be within 120 days after receipt of the order.

The FBI intends to negotiate with only one (1) source under the authority of FAR 6.302-1, (Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements). Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement by 5:00 PM, (EST), 8 July 2026. Emailed responses will only be considered. No phone calls. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses shall include the firm's Dun and Bradstreet number (DUNS), CAGE Code, UEI Unique Entity ID (UEI) number, and their Business Size. The capability statement shall clearly indicate the firm's experience, equipment/assets, background, and their ability to provide the required instrument without compromising quality, reliability, safety, accuracy, and schedule.

Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of whether to conduct competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed award upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government to solicit for or award a contract. JA available upon request.

Background
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) intends to procure one (1) SM-1.0-8200 Benchtop Environmental Chamber from Thermotron Industries on a sole source basis. This decision is based on the authority that allows for procurement from only one responsible source when no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The FBI's mission includes ensuring national security and public safety, and this equipment is essential for their analytical laboratory operations.

Thermotron Industries specializes in manufacturing analytical laboratory instruments.

Work Details
The contract involves the delivery of one SM-1.0-8200 Benchtop Environmental Chamber with the following specifications:

- **Workspace Dimensions**: 14” W x 8” D x 14” H (35.56 cm x 20.32 cm x 35.56 cm)
- **Overall Chamber Move-In Dimensions**: 18” W x 23” D x 30” H (45.72 cm x 58.42 cm x 76.2 cm)
- **Volume**: .89 cubic feet (25 liters)
- **Shipping Weight**: 250 lbs. (113 kg)
- **Compressor Size**: (1) 1/3 hp

**Utilities**:
- **Electrical Power**: 115/1/60, Estimated Full Load Amps Minimum Service: 13.8, Voltage ±5%, Power cord with a 20 amp plug
- **Humidity Water**: 0.1 to 0.2 gallons/hr (0.4 to 0.75 liters/hour), dependent on humidity profile; requires clean, filtered water – manual tank feed only
- **Overflow Drain**: ¼” ID, ⅜” OD Hose

**Performance Specifications**:
- **Temperature Range**: -40°F to +266°F (-40°C to +130°C)
- **Humidity Range**: 20% RH to 95% RH
- **Cooling Performance**: From 77°F to -4°F (25°C to -20°C) in up to 22 minutes.
- **Heating Performance**: From 77°F to +230°F (25°C to +110°C) in up to 16 minutes.

The chamber features a hermetically sealed compressor, stainless steel construction, and advanced temperature and humidity control systems.

Period of Performance
Delivery shall be within 120 days after receipt of the order.

Place of Performance
Redstone Arsenal AL 35898 UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
This contract is sole sourced; therefore, no competitive bids are required. However, interested parties must demonstrate their capability by providing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
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Overview

Agency
FBI Headquarters (HQ) [DOJ - FBI]
Response Deadline
July 8, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT Due in 6 Days
Posted
July 1, 2026, 4:10 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
NAICS
334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC
6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
Place of Performance
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
1000 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Sole Source
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$40,000 - $90,000 (AI estimate)
On 7/1/26 FBI Headquarters issued Special Notice NOI001191 for Notice of Intent - Thermotron Industries due 7/8/26.
Primary Contact
Name
Jonathan Johnson   Profile
Email
jejohnson3@fbi.gov
Phone
Email Only.

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF > FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION > FBI-JEH
FPDS Organization Code
1549-15F067
Source Organization Code
100181668
Last Updated
July 1, 2026
Last Updated By
jejohnson3@fbi.gov
Archive Date
July 23, 2026