Rheometer Attachment
Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA7000 10 CONS LGCUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS (6630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4d22a0542282469784ac9adbd847d51d/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), intends to award a sole source contract for a Rheometer attachment to TA Instruments – Water LLC. The procurement aims to acquire a dielectric rheometry module compatible with the existing TA Instruments discovery hybrid rheometer (DHR), which is crucial for advancing materials research and development by enabling simultaneous dielectric and rheological measurements. This specialized equipment is vital for analyzing materials such as PVC, PFDF, PMMA, and other composites, enhancing the Academy's research capabilities. Interested parties may contact Ms. Susan D. Ulma at susan.ulma@us.af.mil for further information, although this is not an invitation for competitive quotes, and responses must be submitted by the specified deadline to be considered.

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    Kristin Ulma
    susan.ulma@us.af.mil
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