CO2 testing of patent-protected SAMMS� sorbent material
ID: N6449825JN-410137Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC PHILADELPHIA DIVPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19112-1403, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

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EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TESTING- CHEMICALS AND CHEMICAL PRODUCTS (H268)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a8ed47638abe4e73b5f02e20dd9207c9/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division, is seeking to procure CO2 testing services for patent-protected SAMMS® sorbent material from Steward Advanced Materials on a sole source basis. This procurement is aimed at obtaining specialized testing services that are critical for evaluating the performance of the sorbent material, which is essential for various defense applications. The government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b), and any inquiries regarding this notice should be directed to John Ngov via email at john.m.ngov.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 445-227-0085.

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    john.m.ngov.civ@us.navy.mil
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