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Reference-Number-06-846-4415Federal

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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) plans to procure a RADPACK, a highly sensitive backpack-sized gamma ray and thermal neutron radiation detector, intended for use by trained security forces and emergency responders to detect and locate nuclear materials. This acquisition supports a Homeland Security-mandated pilot-testing program initiated by NIST experts to evaluate the performance and characteristics of this detection equipment for first responders. The testing program may later include devices from other manufacturers. NIST intends to make a sole source purchase from Sensor Technology Engineering, Inc., based in Santa Barbara, California, under the authority of federal regulations permitting non-competitive procurement when there is only one responsible source. The contract is expected to be a fixed price purchase order, with solicitation limited to negotiation with this single source under FAR 13. Although this notice is not a request for competitive quotations, interested firms may submit information demonstrating their capability to meet the requirements by the specified date of July 17, 2006, for the government’s consideration. Any decision to cancel the procurement based on this input rests solely with the government. Written responses must include sufficient documentation to establish bona fide capability, but no formal request for quote will be issued. The contract is managed by the Department of Commerce's NIST office in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with Joan M. Smith serving as the point of contact.

General Info

NIST procures RADPACK radiation detectors sole source from Sensor Technology Engineering for pilot testing.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Nist

NAICS

334511 - Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing

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PostedJul 6

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist

Contacts1 person available

OfficeGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist

Office AddressGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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Joan M SmithContract Specialist

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to purchase a RADPACK, a very sensitive backpack sized gamma ray and thermal neutron radiation detector for use in the interdiction and location of nuclear materials. It is specifically designed to be easily used by trained security forces and emergency responders. The purpose of this procurement is for NIST (a national laboratory) to test the RADPACK's capabilities for use by first responders. This is as a result of a pilot-testing program (as required by Homeland Security) being established by experts at NIST to evaluate the performance and characteristics of this type of equipment. As the testing program expands, equipment from other manufacturers will also be tested. - NIST intends to enter into a sole source purchase order with Sensor Technology Engineering, Inc., Santa Barbara, CA, under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253 ( c) (1) - only one responsible source. The Government anticipates the award of a fixed price purchase order. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13. Interested firms may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations. However, responses received by July 17, 2006, will be considered by the Government. A determination not to complete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purposes of determining whether to conduct a noncompetitive procurement. Written responses to this synopsis are required to contain sufficient documentation to establish a bona fide capability to fulfill this requirement. A request for quote will not be issued.