Purchase a air cooled compressor and recirculator for ColdEdge cryostat

This sole‑source procurement by the Naval Research Laboratory seeks to acquire an air‑cooled compressor and recirculator for the ColdEdge cryostat. The purchase will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13.106‑1(b)) because the anticipated value is below the $250,000 threshold. The award will be made to ColdEdge Technologies, a small‑business vendor, with no competitive proposals solicited. The solicitation includes a closing deadline of October 12, 2026 at 0800 hours EST, after which the agency will decide whether to proceed with a competitive procurement or finalize the sole‑source award. • Requirement: air‑cooled compressor and recirculator for a cryogenic system. • Procurement method: sole‑source under simplified acquisition (FAR 13.106‑1(b)). • Deadline for expressions of interest: 10 Oct 2026 08:00 EST.