Metal Detector Rental
ID: W50S8A25QA005Type: Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NN USPFO ACTIVITY NHANG 157PORTSMOUTH, NH, 03801-2886, USA

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

PSC

HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6665)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army National Guard, is seeking quotes for the rental of metal detectors for an upcoming event scheduled from September 5 to September 7, 2025, in Newington, New Hampshire. The procurement requires four portable metal detectors that meet specific dimensions and operational capabilities, including the ability to detect various weapons and explosives, with a high throughput of 1,600 people per hour. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, and interested vendors must submit their quotes by April 4, 2025, with all submissions valid for 60 days. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Richard Trafton at Richard.C.Trafton.civ@army.mil or Sean Connolly at sean.m.connolly1.mil@army.mil.

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