OA Testing of DODIC EY28 (ACES II Thermal Battery)
ID:  N00174-25-Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISIONINDIAN HEAD, MD, 20640-1533, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

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8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

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https://sam.gov/opp/55a7612e267841fe99c6ffa03c674c89/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD), intends to award a sole source contract for the performance and reliability testing of the ACES II Emergency Power Supply (EPS) identified by DODIC EY28 to Eagle Picher Technologies. The primary objective of this procurement is to conduct thorough performance evaluations through various non-destructive and ballistic tests, utilizing government-furnished material (GFM) within a specified timeframe of 120 days. This testing is crucial for assessing the reliability of critical military equipment, ensuring that aging and service exposure do not compromise operational effectiveness. Interested parties must submit their capabilities by February 10, 2025, at 10 AM (EST), and all communications should be directed to Tammy Kershner via email at tammy.r.kershner.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) has issued a Statement of Work (SOW) for the performance and reliability testing of the ACES II Emergency Power Supply (EPS) identified by DODIC EY28. The primary objective is to evaluate the listed test sample's performance through various non-destructive and ballistic tests, using established protocols outlined in relevant documents. The contractor is responsible for conducting a thorough ordnance assessment and must utilize government-furnished material (GFM) within a specified testing timeframe of 120 days. Key deliverables include detailed test results, inspection records, and descriptions of the testing process. The contract stipulates the involvement of the NSWC IHD Ordnance Assessment Team to oversee compliance, requiring advance notice for test scheduling. The testing aims to compare results with lot acceptance tests to understand how aging and service exposure impact the EPS's reliability. The report generated will include a disclaimer indicating that the findings are not official DoD positions. This SOW highlights the government’s initiative to ensure the reliability of critical military equipment through systematic evaluation and rigorous testing protocols.
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