Thermal Analysis Equipment
ID: W15QKN24Q0061Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-PICAPICATINNY ARSENAL, NJ, 07806-5000, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION (6635)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1ca0c8237a0a4c7a8c9306c7031d706b/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Aug 23, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Sep 5, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Sep 9, 2024, 3:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Contracting Command - New Jersey, is seeking proposals for the procurement of thermal analysis equipment, specifically one High-Temperature Simultaneous Thermal Analyzer (HT STA), one Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer (FTIR), and one Graphite Furnace, with options for additional equipment. The primary objective is to acquire new instruments that will facilitate the characterization and heat treatment of materials, ensuring they meet the thermodynamic properties required for advanced munitions applications. This procurement is critical for the development of materials that enable novel capabilities, with stringent requirements outlined for the equipment's performance, including a maximum temperature of 2400°C for STA measurements. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Roseanne Hooven at roseanne.hooven2.civ@army.mil or Gloria Thoguluva at gloria.thoguluva.civ@army.mil, with the understanding that the solicitation is set aside for small businesses under SBA guidelines.

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Attachment 0005_Solicitation_Questions_and_ Answers_1_to_3_W15QKN24Q0061 (005).pdf
Sep 5, 2024, 3:52 PM UTC
The document addresses questions and responses related to Solicitation W15QKN-24-Q-0061 aimed at the DEVCOM-AC Advanced Materials Technology Branch concerning specific requirements for material characterization. Key clarifications include the necessity for a maximum temperature of 2400 C for STA measurements, the use of STA to measure specific heat capacity at high temperatures, and the accuracy of measurements obtained from the STA 509 Jupiter, all confirmed to be essential. Additionally, the solicitation seeks quotes for new instruments rather than contract coverage for existing equipment, and it is clarified that the completion of DD1423 documents is not required but will be incorporated if a contract is awarded. The responses emphasize the stringent requirements set forth in the scope of work for the new equipment and provide guidance for potential bidders on compliance and expectations. Overall, the document serves as an informative resource to ensure clarity and alignment for parties interested in responding to the RFQ.
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