THOR-50M Headform, Neck, and Instrumentation
ID: HT9425-24-R-0123Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY (DHA)ARMY MED RES ACQ ACTIVITYFORT DETRICK, MD, 21702, USA

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

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https://sam.gov/opp/60a572b4094448df98381bd408b042d1/view
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    The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) is planning to award a sole-source contract to Humanetics Innovative Solutions for the supply of specialized anthropometric test equipment.

    The THOR-50M Headform, Neck, and Instrumentation system is sought by the US Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL) to enhance their research capabilities in studying facial and head injuries. This advanced testing apparatus is designed to replicate human physiological responses to low-rate blunt impacts, thereby aiding in the development of improved military helmet standards.

    USAMRAA invites other companies to submit capability statements expressing their interest and potential to fulfill USAARL's requirements. The THOR-50M system includes a comprehensive range of sensors and instrumentation to capture critical engineering data. The headform features 14 channels for various sensors, including accelerometers and load cells, with a customizable mounting setup. The neck component has 15 channels for instrumentation, providing an enhanced representation of the human neck's response to impacts.

    Any interested parties must submit their capability statements by 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time on August 12, 2024, via email in Microsoft Word or PDF format. The primary contact for this opportunity is Kirstin Quinn at kirstin.l.quinn.civ@health.mil, and Jayme Fletcher at jayme.l.fletcher2.civ@health.mil.

    This special notice is a preliminary step, and USAMRAA reserves the right to award the contract without further competition. Eligible firms are encouraged to respond promptly with their capabilities and interest.

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    Kirstin Quinn
    kirstin.l.quinn.civ@health.mil
    Jayme Fletcher
    jayme.l.fletcher2.civ@health.mil
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