58 -- Portable - Handheld Non-Intrusive Inspection/Detection System

US Customs & Border Protection has a requirement for a portable-handheld device to non-intrusively inspect sealed containers (all types/shapes) to rapidly and accurately identify liquid contents and/or measure quantity of liquid content. Ultrasonic and/or other technologies may be employed. Device must be able to reliably detect submerged objects and concealed compartments within the container (i.e., contraband, etc.). In this instance, emerging technology items are not desired. The device must have a history of successful operation (i.e., - proven track record) for the purpose intended. The only known source for a suitable device satisfying the criteria above is Mehl, Griffin & Bartek, Ltd. (MGB), of Arlington, VA., with its Product Acoustic Signature System (PASS). Additional sources that can provide suitable equipment are sought. Interested parties are encouraged to identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement with a suitable product, in writing, no later than the response date. Written responses to this request for information (RFI) shall contain sufficient technical documentation to establish a bona fide capability to fulfill this requirement. Responders must provide references who can attest to the capability and suitability of the device for the intended purpose. Responders are also requested to provide pricing information, available contract vehicles (contracts available for Federal Government agencies), availability/delivery time, company/organizational name, address, point of contact, phone number, email address, fax number, business size under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334511 (750 employees), to include, large, small, small-disadvantaged, 8(a), or HubZone status. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. This notice is not a Request for Quotation nor is it a request for competition. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI, including any subsequent requests for proposal (RFP). Any proprietary information submitted will be protected if appropriately marked. All responses (one response per company) are to be limited to twenty-five (25) pages. Responses must be submitted to the Contracting Officer. Email is the preferred method, using contact@example.gov, or via fax at #+1 (555) 000-0000. Responders should refer to the solicitation # HSBP1004R0219 in any correspondence or inquiries. Questions should be addressed to the email address above. Responses to this RFI must arrive in this office no later than 8:00 am, Central Daylight Savings Time, Tuesday August 31, 2004. Contracting Officer's Address: Department of Homeland Security, US Customs & Border Protection, Contracting & Procurement (CBPCAP), 7701 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX, 75247, Phone #: +1 (555) 000-0000