NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE -- Qty one (1) LUNA OdiSI 7100 series multi-channel high-definition strain and temperature sensor, and other ancillary pieces of equipment.
ID: W911QX-24-Q-0071Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG ADELPHIADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f96f214a48634aed928292f02539b06a/view
Timeline
    Description

    NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE -- The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking to procure a LUNA OdiSI 7100 series multi-channel high-definition strain and temperature sensor, along with other ancillary pieces of equipment. This laboratory equipment is typically used for distributed sensing and monitoring of strain and temperature in various applications. The procurement includes specific quantities of instruments, remote modules, standoff cables, and sensors. The place of performance for this procurement is Adelphi, MD, USA. For more information, please contact Thomas Jurgens at thomas.c.jurgens.ctr@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thomas Jurgens
    thomas.c.jurgens.ctr@army.mil
    Lee E. Troope
    lee.e.troope.civ@army.mil
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