Pico Solar Simulator
ID: PANRSA-25-P-0000-010974Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5200, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a24c18248e9a4b5a8ef673ace951cb6c/view
Timeline
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    Posted Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 7, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone, is seeking information from potential sources to procure one LED-based Pico Solar Simulator. This simulator must meet stringent technical specifications, including a wavelength range of 350-1500 nm, an AM1.5G spectral mismatch of less than 5%, and spatial non-uniformity below 2% over a 25 mm by 25 mm area, along with high temporal stability and variable intensity control. The equipment is crucial for testing photosensitive materials, solar cell testing, and material degradation studies, enhancing the Army's operational capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to submit white papers by April 7, 2025, detailing their offerings, with all submissions becoming government property. For further inquiries, contact Taylor Siskoff at taylor.c.siskoff.civ@army.mil or Portia Sampson at portia.r.sampson.civ@army.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
Taylor Siskoff
taylor.c.siskoff.civ@army.mil
Portia Sampson
portia.r.sampson.civ@army.mil
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Purchase Description (W80RA6-06-25C).pdf
Mar 25, 2025, 10:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Activity (USATA) is seeking to procure one LED-based Pico Solar Simulator to fulfill its operational needs. The simulator must meet specific technical requirements, including a wavelength range of 350-1500 nm, with an AM1.5G spectral mismatch of less than 5% and spatial non-uniformity below 2% over a 25 mm by 25 mm area. Additionally, the device should exhibit high temporal stability, maintaining less than 0.1% short-term and 2% long-term stability, along with variable intensity control and the ability to adjust to i suns AM1.5G. Delivery of the simulator should be made to the specified address at Redstone Arsenal, AL. This procurement reflects a focused military application aimed at enhancing testing and measurement capabilities within the Army's operational framework.
Request for Information (W80RA6-06-25C).pdf
Mar 25, 2025, 10:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather capabilities for providing an LED-based Pico Solar Simulator. This RFI is for market research only and does not signify a future Request for Proposal (RFP). The simulator must meet specific technical requirements, including a wavelength range of 350-1500 nm, low spectral mismatch and spatial non-uniformity, temporal stability criteria, and the ability to adjust intensity. The equipment will be delivered to the APSL facility at Redstone Arsenal, AL. Interested parties are encouraged to submit white papers by 07 April 2025, with detailed information about their companies and offerings, adhering to a three-page limit. The submission must highlight proprietary information, and all responses become government property. This RFI is aimed at identifying potential sources to facilitate ongoing research and testing activities within the U.S. Army.
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