Procurement of Laser Head
ID: PANRSA-24-P-0000-011129Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5200, USA

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Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

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STIMULATED COHERENT RADIATION DEVICES, COMPONENTS, AND ACCESSORIES (5860)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Activity (USATA), is seeking to procure one (1) Model 5517A Laser Head as a replacement for the Laser Micrometer measuring system used in the APSL Dimensional Laboratory at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. The procurement requires the Laser Head to meet specific technical specifications, including a maximum velocity of 400 mm/s, a weight of 5.5 kg, a warm-up time of less than 10 minutes, and a three-year warranty. This acquisition is part of the Army's ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade critical measuring and diagnostic equipment for military applications, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with quality standards. Interested vendors can contact Taylor Siskoff at taylor.c.siskoff.civ@army.mil or Portia Sampson at portia.r.sampson.civ@army.mil for further details.

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    The U.S. Army Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Activity (USATA) is seeking to procure one (1) Model 5517A Laser Head or an equivalent item as a replacement for the Laser Micrometer measuring system in the APSL Dimensional Laboratory. Key specifications include a calibration standard of ANSI Z540 1-1994, a maximum velocity of 400 mm/s, and a weight of 5.5 kg. The device must warm up in less than 10 minutes and be backed by a three-year warranty. The shipping address for delivery is specified as U.S. Army TMDE Activity at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. This procurement is part of a broader effort by the federal government to maintain and upgrade essential measuring and diagnostic equipment for military applications. Compliance with quality standards and timely delivery is crucial for operational efficiency.
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