59 -- FIRST ARTICLE DIGITAL I/O MODULES

This contract seeks suppliers capable of meeting a First Article requirement for Digital I/O Modules, specifically NSN 5998-ND-021-593J, part number 20073501-10, with a quantity of 40 units and an associated Gerber File. The First Article testing, which cannot be waived, involves producing two units that will establish the manufacturing standard. These units will undergo government testing and will be installed on the equipment to verify proper fit and function, ensuring they meet all performance criteria. There are no special production facilities or unique requirements indicated for manufacturing these modules. Interested parties are required to respond by 1:00 p.m. on August 21, 2007, with responses directed to the designated contract specialists via provided email addresses. This solicitation was posted on August 16, 2007, under the solicitation number R1637, and serves as a presolicitation notice to identify potential sources for fulfilling this government need.