SSN for Procurement of Cyclic Corrosion Tester
ID: PANRSA-25-P-0000-009285Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5200, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMBERS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (6636)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is conducting market research for a potential contract to procure a cyclic corrosion tester, also known as a salt fog chamber. The procurement aims to acquire one unit that can simulate various environmental conditions, including salt fog, temperature fluctuations, and humidity, along with on-site installation, training, calibration, and acceptance testing within 6 to 12 months of contract award. This equipment is crucial for testing materials and coatings under corrosive conditions to ensure their durability and reliability in military applications. Interested vendors are invited to submit a capabilities statement and relevant experience by February 28, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Taylor Siskoff or Portia Sampson via their provided email addresses.

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    The U.S. government is seeking market research for a potential contract to procure a cyclic corrosion tester (salt fog chamber) through a Sources Sought Notice. The contract, anticipated as a Firm Fixed Price (FFP), aims to acquire one unit capable of simulating various environmental conditions, such as salt fog, temperature fluctuations, and humidity. On-site installation, training, calibration, and acceptance testing are also required within 6 to 12 months of contract award, along with options for annual maintenance services. Key specifications include compliance with multiple ASTM and ISO standards, a capability of achieving specific temperature and humidity conditions, a chamber volume of at least 30 ft³, and various features such as adjustable spray nozzles and a programmable controller. The submission process requires interested vendors to provide a capabilities statement and details about their relevant experience, along with their company's information and socioeconomic status. The designated response deadline is February 28, 2025. This notice serves exclusively for information-gathering purposes and is not a request for proposal, reiterating no commitments for contract awards at this stage.
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