SHOCK DATA RECORDER AND ACCELEROMETERS - UPDATED

The U.S. Government, specifically the United States Army Operational Test Command (USAOTC) Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate (ABNSOTD), has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify small businesses capable of providing Shock Recorders and Accelerometers. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The anticipated NAICS code is 334519 with a 600-employee size standard. Responses are due by January 2, 2026, at 1300 CST, and should be limited to five pages, including company details, small business status, interest in competing as a prime contractor, past experience, commercial availability information, and recommendations to facilitate small business competition. Interested parties should email responses to Krista DuBose or Lucy Bonner, referencing announcement number MICC-FH-033557.

This document addresses vendor questions and government answers regarding a new contract for Shock Data Recorder and Accelerometers, identified as MICC-FH-033557. Key clarifications include confirmation that this is a new contract, not a renewal, and is not related to aircraft control. A critical requirement is an IP67 rating due to environmental factors. The document also specifies that a 9xGPS system is unsuitable and that the DAS system requires a shock rating of at least 500G, with a housing size of 2” x 2” x 2” or smaller. An important amendment highlights that the destination FOB is Fort Bragg, North Carolina, not Fort Hood, TX.

The announcement MICC-FH-033557 outlines the purchase description and salient characteristics for various components of a data acquisition system. The primary item, SLICE6 AIR, requires a compact housing (2” x 2” x 2” or smaller) with a 500g shock rating, 10,000Hz sample rate, piezoresistive accelerometers, and the ability to measure shock, angular rate, barometric pressure, and GPS data. It must also support time-syncing of at least four DAQs, function standalone, offer real-time streaming, and have NIST calibration traceability. Supporting components include 3-channel sensor cables, 15ft extension cables, triaxial piezoresistive accelerometers (IP67 rated, NIST traceable), DS-4 Racks for simultaneous downloading of four DAQs, and Interface Device Cable Kits for programming, power, and time synchronization. The quantities specified include initial benchstock for replacement parts for several items. This document details the technical requirements for a robust and precise data acquisition and sensing system.

The document addresses vendor questions regarding the MICC-FH-033557 Shock Data Recorder and Accelerometers contract. It clarifies that this is a new contract, not a renewal, and no incumbent previously performed these services. The devices are not for aircraft control. A key requirement is IP67 compliance, which is deemed critical due to environmental factors where the devices will operate.