Mercury Triple Point Maintainer
ID: PANRSA-25-P-0000-011022Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5200, USA

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

PSC

PRESSURE, TEMPERATURE, AND HUMIDITY MEASURING AND CONTROLLING INSTRUMENTS (6685)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1bcf12b0364b475bb75254276ab46c5e/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) Activity, is seeking to procure a Mercury Triple Point Maintainer system, model ITL-M-17725, to enhance its calibration capabilities for Standard Platinum Resistance Thermometers (SPRT) in accordance with the International Temperature Scale of 1990 (ITS-90). This procurement includes the requirement for an ITL-M-17724 Primary Mercury Cell and UKAS-HG-P Premium Certification, underscoring the Army's commitment to maintaining precise temperature standards critical for military operations, particularly for low-temperature subrange SPRTs. The successful bidder will deliver the equipment to Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, with contact inquiries directed to Taylor Siskoff at taylor.c.siskoff.civ@army.mil or Lisa Armes at lisa.s.armes.civ@army.mil for further details.

Point(s) of Contact
Taylor Siskoff
taylor.c.siskoff.civ@army.mil
Lisa Armes
lisa.s.armes.civ@army.mil
Files
Title
Posted
J A Triple Point Maintainer Redacted.pdf
Apr 24, 2025, 9:08 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) Activity at Redstone Arsenal is seeking to procure a Mercury Triple Point Maintainer system, specifically the ITL-M-17725 model, to facilitate the calibration of Standard Platinum Resistance Thermometers (SPRT) in accordance with the International Temperature Scale of 1990 (ITS-90). This calibration is essential for low-temperature subrange SPRTs, especially for temperatures below 0°C. The procurement requires the addition of a primary mercury cell (ITL-M-17724) and a premium UKAS certification (UKAS-HG-P) to ensure accurate resistance thermometry. The specified equipment will be shipped to the Army's APSL at Redstone Arsenal, AL, underlining the importance of maintaining precise temperature standards for military applications. The document outlines a brand-name requirement, indicating a specialized need within the U.S. Army to uphold stringent calibration practices for scientific instruments critical to mission operations.
Purchase Description (W80RA6-08-25C).pdf
Apr 24, 2025, 9:08 PM UTC
The U.S. Army TMDE Activity (USATA) seeks to procure a Mercury Triple Point Maintainer system, specifically the ITL-M-17725 model, along with an ITL-M-17724 Primary Mercury Cell and UKAS-HG-P Premium Certification. This system will aid in the calibration of Standard Platinum Resistance Thermometers (SPRT) following the International Temperature Scale of 1990 (ITS-90). The successful bidder will deliver the equipment to the specified shipping address at Redstone Arsenal, AL, and the procurement clearly outlines the required specifications for compliance. This request highlights the Army's dedication to maintaining high standards in thermometry calibration essential for its operational requirements.
Request for Information (W80RA6-08-25C).pdf
Mar 24, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for market research regarding a Mercury Triple Point Maintainer system, required for calibrating Standard Platinum Resistance Thermometers (SPRT) according to the International Temperature Scale of 1990 (ITS-90). This system will be supplied to the Army Precision Standards Laboratory at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The RFI emphasizes that it is for informational purposes only and does not signify a commitment to any contracting action. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit a white paper by April 9, 2025, outlining their capabilities and relevant company information. Submissions must be in Microsoft Word format, limited to three pages, and sent via email to designated contacts. Additionally, respondents must include key business details, such as size and socio-economic status. The document stresses the voluntary nature of participation and clarifies that all responses will become government property. This RFI represents an initial step in potentially developing a future Request for Proposal (RFP) based on the market feedback received.
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