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

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)
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    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.

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