Mirion Germanium Detector and Cryostat Replacement

This requirement narrative outlines a federal solicitation by the Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute (AFRRI) for a replacement cryostat and germanium detector. Following the failure of its existing GC2518 HPGe detector, AFRRI's Radiation Sciences Department is seeking a vendor to supply, deliver, and install a new reverse electrode coaxial germanium detector (Model GR2020) and a 7500SL cryostat. To ensure seamless integration as a drop-in replacement, the new equipment must be fully compatible with AFRRI's existing gamma spectroscopy systems. Key technical specifications include a minimum relative efficiency of 20%, a maximum resolution of 2.0 keV FWHM for Co-60, an aluminum window, and an iPA-II-SL10 Intelligent Preamp. The vendor must deliver all specified hardware—including the detector, cryostat, an LMR-chamber, standard aluminum endcap, preamp, cabling, and user manuals—within 30 days of contract award. Final acceptance is contingent upon successful compatibility testing and a demonstration that the system meets all technical specifications. The projected cost for this procurement is $51,791.00.

This procurement document outlines the justification and market research results for an upcoming federal acquisition. The Contracting Officer will determine price reasonableness based on competitive quotes in accordance with simplified acquisition procedures. Market research revealed that multiple small business distributors can fulfill the requirement, leading to the decision to issue this procurement as a total small business set-aside. No other sources expressed written interest. Additionally, the document notes that future acquisitions will likely remain brand-name specific due to the high costs and compatibility issues associated with replacing the existing system, though the agency will continue to monitor the marketplace for alternative sources.

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ), solicitation number HU000126QE024, for a Mirion Germanium Detector and Cryostat Replacement. This commercial supply requirement is a 100% brand-name set-aside for small businesses under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing). Quotes will be evaluated using a Best Value Trade-Off source selection process, considering technical capabilities (including processes, quality control, and delivery schedule), past performance history from the last three years, and price reasonableness. The delivery terms are F.O.B. Destination to Bethesda, Maryland. To be eligible for award, vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov. Submissions must include a detailed technical overview, company administrative details (CAGE, UEI, and TIN), a signed Buy American Certificate, warranty documentation, and a delivery schedule. Pricing must be comprehensive of all requirements, include shipping, and remain valid for a minimum of 30 days. Questions regarding this solicitation are due by July 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, and final quotes must be submitted via email to the designated Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer by July 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

This federal contract document (Document Number HU000126QE024) outlines the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses required for a commercial products and commercial services solicitation. Key provisions detailed in full text include: - **DFARS 252.204-7017:** Restricts the procurement of covered defense telecommunications equipment or services, requiring offerors to disclose any such equipment or services in their proposals. - **DFARS 252.211-7003:** Sets requirements for unique item identification and valuation (IUID) for delivered items, subassemblies, and embedded components, establishing data standards and reporting procedures through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) or the IUID Registry. - **DFARS 252.232-7006:** Provides detailed instructions for utilizing the WAWF system for electronic invoicing, routing, and payment processing. - **FAR 52.212-5 (Deviations 2025-O0003 and 2025-O0004):** Incorporates mandatory and optional terms and conditions required to implement federal statutes or Executive Orders. This includes prohibitions on contracting for Kaspersky Lab-developed software, ByteDance applications, and unmanned aircraft systems from covered foreign entities, alongside standard small business set-asides, labor standards, and subcontractor flow-down requirements. In summary, this document establishes the regulatory compliance framework, tracking requirements, and payment processing guidelines that the contracted vendor must adhere to during performance.