66 -- Test Controller

Notice of Intent ? Sole Source. Operational Contracting, U.S. Air Force Academy intends to award a Sole Source contract utilizing simplified acquisition procedures to Illinois Tool Works, Inc, 825 University Ave, Norwood, MA. The proposed acquisition is for 4 each Universal Test Controller Upgrades. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) number is 334519 and the business size standard is 500 employees. Requirements are: Upgrade of the current controller system for four each Universal Test machines ? 600 Prism, (2) 120 HVL and 300 HVL. Upgrade to include four each model 5500 servo digital control and acquisition systems, four new user control panels, four control systems with Partner software upgrades and required hardware, check out of controller systems, and load test/calibration of test frames. Upgrade existing frame and hydraulic power supply for servo control, data-acquisition, and signal conditioning electronics and PC Software. Include floor mounted pedestal with pump on, emergency stop and motorized crosshead controls.Any company that believes they can provide the requirements as stated above may submit their respective data and comments ( limited to 2 pages or less) not later than 1200 hrs., Mountain Time Zone), 10 December 2007. In order to be considered a potential source, interested parties must submit clear and convincing documentation demonstrating the capabilities to satisfy the requirement specified above. The documentation shall include prices and data containing sufficient technical documentation to establish a bona fide capability to meet the requirements. The written response shall include the names, telephone numbers, business size and electronic mail addresses of the contact points for this item. THIS SYNOPSIS IS FOR NOTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS OR PROPOSALS. The Government does not intend to pay for any information provided under this synopsis. This will be a Firm Fixed Price contract. This procurement is for the acquisition of a commercial item using simplified procedures in accordance with FAR parts 12 and 13. Please refer any questions to the Contracting Officer at +1 (555) 000-0000 or the Contract Specialist at +1 (555) 000-0000. FAX number +1 (555) 000-0000.