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.