Notice of Intent to Sole Source, Plastometrex Indentation Plastometer and Accessories for ERDC GSL

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development Center (ERDC), intends to issue a sole source contract to Plastometrex USA Inc. for the procurement of a Plastometrex Benchtop Indentation Plastometer and associated accessories. The required equipment includes a calibration kit, HotStage Hardware Module, Corsica(+) software, a replacement indenter tip set, and virtual user training, all of which are uniquely manufactured by Plastometrex USA Inc. and are essential for ongoing ERDC research projects that necessitate precise stress/strain data and high-temperature testing capabilities. Interested vendors may submit capability statements or proposals to demonstrate their ability to meet these specific requirements, with submissions due by 1:00 PM CST on August 14, 2025, to the primary contacts Jennifer Hoben and David Ammermann via their provided email addresses.