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This Pre-Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on March 1, 2002. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

A--Extended Reach Device for Deminers

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DAAB15-02-R-0019Federal

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The U.S. Army Communication-Electronics Command is seeking a non-competitive acquisition from The Marshall Legacy Institute and CZBioMed to develop a body-powered prosthetic extended reach device for humanitarian demining. This device is designed to improve deminer safety by providing up to 24 inches of additional standoff distance from mines and reducing physical fatigue through a universal mounting platform for hand tools. Operated via shoulder movements and residual limb extension, the non-surgical, adjustable device also enables individuals with limb loss to continue their employment in the field. The project requires the design and delivery of three prototypes within a three-month duration. Key modifications to the existing technology will include a blast shield, an adjustable reach extender, a detector suspension mount, and an interchangeable tool quick-disconnect system. While the agency identifies the current partners as the only known source under 10 USC 2304 (c)(1), other qualified sources with technical expertise in prosthetic or extended reach devices may submit quotes. Responses must be limited to five pages and submitted via email to the designated contract specialist.

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Army seeks prototypes for body-powered prosthetic extended reach devices for humanitarian demining.

NAICS

339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

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US Army Communications-Electronics Command, CECOM Acquisition Center Washington ATTN: AMSEL-AC-W, 2461 Eisenhower Avenue Alexa, VA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Cont Ct Wash Ofc
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OfficeALEXANDRIA, VA, 22331-0700, USA
Office AddressALEXANDRIA, VA, 22331-0700, USA
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NA The U.S. Army Communication-Electronics Command (CECOM), Night Vision and Electronic Sensors Directorate (NVESD), Humanitarian Demining Office proposes a non-competitive acquisition with The Marshall Legacy Institute of Alexandria, VA and it's partner CZB ioMed of Fayetteville, NC to develop a body powered prosthetic device for demining applications. This extended reach device will enhance the day-to-day performance and safety of deminers. A body-powered device will create a universal mounting platform fo r demining hand tools to reduce hand and arm fatigue. It will increase a deminer's safety by providing up to 24 inches of additional standoff distance from a mine while maintaining fine manipulation controls. The extended reach will also allow a deminer to have an additional pair of 'hands' since its shoulder-controlled operation is hands-free. Lastly, a body powered extended reach will provide deminers who have lost limbs from mine related injuries with the ability for continued employment as a deminer. The body powered extended reach device will be based on modifications to an existing prosthetic device developed by Dr. Chaz Holder of CZBioMed. The device is unlike conventional prosthetic devices in that it does not require surgery and skilled individu als to have it installed on an amputee or individual. The device is adjustable and can fit a wide range of sizes as well as either arm with only a few minor adjustments. The operation of the device is through bi-scapular adduction and abduction (moving t he shoulders to arch the back), in combination with residual limb extension. This device has been proven to work effectively and has seen extensive operation is several developing countries such as Sierre Leone, West Africa. The Marshall Legacy Institute and CZBioMed are the only known source for this particular body powered prosthetic device. The primary tasks will include design and delivery of three prototypes that meet the above criteria. The modifications to the existing device will include an adju stable reach extender, blast shield, detector suspension mount, and an interchangeable tool quick-disconnect with foldaway hand unit. The duration of this effort is 3 months. The statutory authority for other than full and open competition is 10 USC 2304 (c)(1), Only One Responsible Source and no Other Supplies or Services will Satisfy Agency Requirements. However, all responsible sources that can provide supporting data to demonstrate they can successfully provide the above body powered extended reach de vice may submit a quote that shall be considered by the agency. Offerors must possess technical expertise and/or experience building prosthetic/extended reach devices. Responses should be no longer than five (5) pages. Responses are to be received via em ail within 45 calendar days of the date of this notice. All requests for further information must be in writing or via email, telephone requests for additional information will not be honored. You may forward responses and requests for additional informat ion to the Mr. Derek Karis, Contract Specialist at the following e-mail address: contact@example.gov. Acknowledgement of receipt will be issued. See Numbered Note 22.

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