Request for Proposals for a Heat Pipe Solutions Widefield Context Camera—Thermal Management System

The University of Arizona is seeking a qualified vendor to design, fabricate, test, and deliver a passive thermal‑management system (heat‑pipe based) for its Widefield Context Camera (WCC) used in astronomical adaptive‑optics research. The scope includes the supply of a heat spreader plate, three heat pipes, a thermal interface plate, all necessary documentation (CAD models, analysis, test reports, QA records), and optional engineering services for design verification and project management. The award will be based on technical merit, experience, price, and support capabilities, with a firm‑fixed‑price contract. • Design, analysis, and qualification testing of a custom heat‑pipe system meeting specified thermal loads (up to 200 W) and temperature ranges. • Manufacture and delivery of three flight‑worthy heat‑pipe units plus two qualification test units, along with supporting CAD, material certificates, and QA documentation. • Provide full technical services including design support, project management, and post‑delivery customer support; all deliverables must be submitted electronically via the GEP/Quantum portal by August 5 2026.