Nippo Sangyo Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT) for the ERDC GSL
ID: W912HZ25Q1524Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2R2 USA ENGR R AND D CTRVICKSBURG, MS, 39180-6199, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (335999)

PSC

ELECTRONIC COUNTERMEASURES, COUNTER-COUNTERMEASURES AND QUICK REACTION CAPABILITY EQUIPMENT (5865)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/11e97e46ee034ce28db9c6324009c31d/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army's Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC), is seeking proposals for the procurement of a Nippo Sangyo Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT) to be utilized in Vicksburg, Mississippi. This equipment is essential for accurately measuring frictional properties in accordance with ASTM standards, specifically ASTM E1911-19 and ASTM E1960-07(2023), and must operate at speeds ranging from 0 to 80 km/h while being compatible with Microsoft Windows 10. The DFT will play a crucial role in supporting federal standards for friction measurement, which is vital for infrastructure projects. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit their quotes, including shipping costs, with a delivery deadline of no later than 120 days post-award. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Angie Stokes at Angela.M.Stokes@usace.army.mil or David Ammermann at david.g.ammermann@usace.army.mil.

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    Angie Stokes
    Angela.M.Stokes@usace.army.mil
    David Ammermann
    david.g.ammermann@usace.army.mil
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    Description of Requirement for DFT.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications for procuring a Nippo Sangyo Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT), which is essential for measuring frictional properties in accordance with ASTM standards. Key requirements include compliance with ASTM E1911-19 and ASTM E1960-07(2023) for calculating the International Friction Index. The equipment must operate at speeds from 0 to 80 km/h and be compatible with Microsoft Windows 10. Additional provisions include a spare power cable, three hundred rubber testing sliders, and a compatible water tank and supply hose. The shipment costs must be included in the quote, with the delivery deadline set for no later than 120 days post-award at the specified USACE ERDC location in Vicksburg, MS. This RFP emphasizes the need for precise equipment to support federal standards in friction measurement, highlighting its importance in infrastructure projects.
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