SS - 711th HPW/OE Box Calibrator System
ID: SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2025-0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2396 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL PZLEWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

NAICS

Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

PSC

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS (6630)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/47b540af153f4bf98e585a0e59efa096/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, is seeking vendors to provide a Box Calibrator System essential for the calibration and performance validation of Dose Rate radiation instrumentation. The system must include NIST traceable Cesium-137 sources, a quiet air compressor for cylinder actuation, and various safety features such as leaded shields and a safety interlock system to ensure operational security. This procurement is critical for maintaining high standards in radiation safety and measurement, with interested small businesses encouraged to submit their capability packages by December 2, 2024, to Mike Hornberger at michael.hornberger.1@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Mike Hornberger
    (937) 713-0549
    michael.hornberger.1@us.af.mil
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    Box Calibrator System SOW.docx
    The government is seeking a vendor to provide a Box Calibrator System, essential for the calibration and performance validation of Dose Rate radiation instrumentation, specifically for Gamma radiation detection. The system must include NIST traceable Cesium-137 sources of varying activity for low and high dose rate calibrations, alongside a quiet air compressor for cylinder actuation. Key specifications require leaded shields for source storage and exposure chamber, a leaded glass window for visibility during readings, and a precise linear positioning system for accurate instrument placement. Additionally, the setup must feature a safety interlock system to ensure operational security, along with an engineer for on-site installation, calibration, and training for personnel on the system's operation. The Box Calibrator System should be compatible with standard electrical supply (100-240 Vac) and provide adequate functionality for calibration tasks, highlighting the importance of safety and regulatory compliance in radiation instrument operations. This RFP reflects the government's commitment to maintaining high standards in radiation safety and measurement.
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