66--White Sands Missile Range Chemistry Laboratory has a requirement for a Pensky Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester.

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All prospective vendors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of amendments (if any) or other information pertaining to this solicitation. The solicitation number is W9124Q-Flash-Point-Tester. This solicitation is being issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQs), for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through DFARS Change Notice 20080513. It is the responsibility of the contractor to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. The clauses may be accessed in full text at these addresses: www.arnet.gov/far. The NAICS code is 339999 and the Small Business Standard is 500 Employees. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. The Mission Installation Contracting Command Contracting Office at White Sands Missile requests responses from qualified sources capable of providing: ITEM 0001, one (1) each, Pensky Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester Salient characteristic for the Pensky Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester The system shall have but not be limited to the following minimal specifications: - Automatic lighting and monitoring of test flame - Electric ignition - Measuring range from ambient to 370 degree centigrade - Multiple heating rates that includes a fast pre-heat mode - Built-in cooling system - ASTM D93 compliant - Automatic calibration and diagnostic routines - Ability to test samples containing water. - Ability to detect and correct barometric pressure according to ASTM and ISO methods - Multiple safety features - Over-heating detection with automatic shut-off system - Ability to detect fire automatically - Ability to transmit results to external computer, network or LIMS. - Compatible with other Windows-based applications - Complete installation and verification by a factory trained service engineer - On-site training by a factory trained service engineer ITEM 0002, one (1) lot, Shipping Costs Quote is to be F.O.B. 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All prospective vendors interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation shall include your name, address, telephone number and point of contact, fax number, e-mail address, GSA contract number if applicable, and Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code. This announcement will close at 12:00 pm (noon) MST on 22 March 2012. Offerors may submit their quote via email to: contact@example.gov. Quotes over 10 pages in total number will not be accepted by facsimile. Each response must clearly indicate the capability of the vendor to meet all specifications and requirements. All responsible sources may submit a quote which shall be considered by the agency. All questions/inquiries concerning this RFQ document must be submitted in writing. Contracting Office Address: U.S. Army White Sands Missile Range Contracting Office, 143 Crozier Street Second Floor, White Sands Missile Range, NM 88002-5201 Point of Contact(s): Elizabeth Francia, Contract Specialist: +1 (555) 000-0000