Battery Expansion Altitude Humidity Chamber Package
ID: SP4706-24-Q-0050Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDCSO-COLUMBUS-DIVISION-2COLUMBUS, OH, 43218, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a contractor to provide an altitude/humidity/temperature chamber to enhance its Electronics Product Test Center in Columbus, Ohio. This procurement aims to expand battery testing capabilities in response to the increasing number of National Stock Numbers (NSNs) requiring First Article Tests (FAT) within strict timelines. The contractor will be responsible for delivering the chamber, which must meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum capacity of 16 cubic feet and precise control over altitude, temperature, and humidity levels, along with providing training and setup support. Interested parties can contact Nicole Drake at Nicole.Drake@dla.mil or call 614-692-9329 for further details regarding this total small business set-aside opportunity.

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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks to expand its Electronics Product Test Center by acquiring an altitude/humidity/temperature chamber to enhance battery testing capabilities. The need for this expansion arises from DLA's contractual obligation to conduct First Article Tests (FAT) within stringent timeframes due to the increasing number of National Stock Numbers (NSNs) assigned to them for testing. The contractor is tasked with delivering the required testing equipment, providing necessary training, and coordinating setup and delivery to the DLA facility in Columbus, Ohio. No specific directives apply to this project, but the contractor must ensure complete equipment readiness, which includes all operational components. The contractor will submit invoices through the Defense Finance and Accounting Service following established electronic submission protocols. Key contacts from the DLA have been designated for communication and project management. This document outlines critical performance requirements and logistical considerations in alignment with federal procurement processes for government contracts.
    The government document outlines the technical specifications for an Altitude/Humidity/Temperature Chamber to be delivered to the Defense Supply Center Columbus, Ohio, by a contractor. Key requirements include a new chamber with a minimum capacity of 16 cubic feet, simulation ranges from site level to 100,000 feet in altitude, and temperature control capabilities from -68°C to +190°C. Additional specifications highlight a need for precise humidity levels, cooling and heating capacities, a color touch screen controller, and sound level restrictions. Other obligations for the contractor include a one-year warranty, on-site training for staff, timely repair services, and compliance with calibration standards. Delivery must include all shipping costs and documentation of initial calibration. The contractor is also asked to provide extended warranty options and to maintain an inventory of parts to ensure rapid repairs. The overall goal of this RFP is to procure a high-quality environmental testing chamber that meets stringent operational requirements, supports military readiness, and adheres to established federal procurement protocols.
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