SS - 711th HPW/OE Ludlum 44-10 Sodium Iodide Nal(TI) Detector
ID: SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0006Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2396 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL PZLEWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

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Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

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    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, is seeking responses to a Sources Sought notice for the procurement of a Ludlum 44-10 Sodium Iodide Nal(TI) Detector. This detector is essential for measuring gamma radiation energy, specifically from cesium-137, and is part of the OE Modernization Plan aimed at replacing outdated instrumentation to enhance environmental monitoring capabilities. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit capability packages detailing their qualifications and relevant experience by December 2, 2024, at 12:00 pm Eastern Standard Time, with submissions directed to Jason Sav at jason.sav@us.af.mil.

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    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of a Ludlum 44-10 Sodium Iodide Nal(TI) Detector, as part of the OE Modernization Plan to replace outdated instrumentation. This detector is crucial for the OEC Consultation Division and the AFRAT team in measuring gamma radiation energy, specifically from cesium-137. The specifications for the detector include: it must be made from virgin materials, contain aluminum housing, feature a magnetic shielding for the photomultiplier tube, and possess energy-dependent response capabilities. Additionally, it should include a "C" series type cable connector and function properly over a temperature range of -20 to 50 °C. The detector must also be compatible with various general-purpose survey meters and provide an operating voltage range of 500-1200 VDC. This procurement reflects the government's commitment to modernizing its environmental monitoring capabilities while ensuring safety and compliance with operational standards.
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