The 96th Contracting Squadron, Eglin AFB, Florida intends to solicit and award a firm-fixed price contract for a Computed Micro Tomography X-Ray Machine (specific description below). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6 and Subpart 13.5, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. The announcement number is F1TBAP9092A001. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334516 with a size standard of 500 employees. Please identify your business size in your response based upon this standard. This is a full and open competition. Background: We are seeking a tool to investigate the microstructures of composite materials ranging from energetic materials to concretes. We would like to make non-destructive measurements and construct a 3-D renderings which could then be input into a computer model, as well as use these microstructures to determine characteristics of the compacted materials such as specific surface area of primary particles and particle/pore geometry characteristics. Particle sizes of organic explosive might be as small as several microns, while the aggregate in concrete would be considerably larger, and therefore require samples greater than 65 mm in diameter. We are specifically interested in taking the 3-D structures provided by the XCMT machine and turning it into a computational mesh. (The 3-D image needs to be in a CAD format.) The necessary outcome is to take the actual internal structure and generate a computational mesh in order to perform analysis on that known structure. The requirement consists of the following items: 1 Computed Micro Tomography X-Ray Machine Description: Minimum Requirements are as follows: 1. At a 5 mm sample size, 1 micron resolution is required. 2. At a 50 mm sample size, 10 micron resolution is required. 3. Largest sample size to be at least 65 mm diameter by 100 mm long. 4. The system must have the ability to handle materials that have similar material contrast. For example, the system must be able to resolve table sugar dispersed in a polyurethane binder, as well as fine aluminum powder (~20 micron) dispersed in a polyurethane binder. 5. The system must be able to examine samples that are irregularly shaped. 6. The system must effectively handle a large variety of materials including carbon fiber composites, polymer foams, machined parts, metal specimens and high explosives with large range of Z materials. 7. The system must be able to convert the data to 3-D computer generated images. 8. Clarification/Revision on size restrictions: The system shall be installed through a 7.0 foot high, 5 foot 3 inch wide door. The system must be shipped in such a way as to be deliverable through this door using standard dunnage (forklift, straps, carts, etc.). The dimensions of the door will allow for a maximum height with dunnage of 6 feet 8 inches. The system must be deliverable without causing scraping damage to the flooring. 9. Software for quantitative analysis and for presentation. 10. Must produce negligible X-Ray signature outside of instrument so that no dosimeter is required for personnel when working with or around the XCMT continuously (2,000 hours per year). 11. All parts/components of this system must be new. No recycled, refurbished, or otherwise used parts are permitted in this system. 12. Utility Requirements: The vendor will provide all electronic controllers as well as interconnection and power cables required for operation using 110 VAC, 60 Hz power. The system can be air cooled or water cooled. If water is required for instrument cooling, the chilling unit must be provided with the instrument and operate using 100V, 60Hz power. Vendor will describe in writing the utility requirements (including connections and capacity) upon contract approval so that appropriate infrastructure arrangements can be made prior to shipment of XCMT. 13. The vendor will provide a copy of all documentation and user instructions prior to shipment. 14. The vendor will include in the proposal the approximate delivery and installation dates of the system. ***Delivery shall be no later than 20 weeks ADC!!*** Include the cost of shipping in proposals. 15. On site training for two operators is required. This training should cover proper machine operation and software use. Include this training in the cost of the system. 16. The vendor will clearly describe which parts are covered under the standard warranty and the duration of the standard warranty. 17. No minimum specifications have been specified regarding the x-ray energy, detector type, and speed of reconstruction. X-ray energy and detector shall be evaluated based on their effect on the sample size, resolution, and ability to contrast multiple-low Z materials mixed with high Z metals. The contractor can use whatever energy s/he deems necessary to meet the requirements. The speed of reconstruction must not exceed 16 hours. All interested vendors will be given an opportunity to set up a scheduled time to present their technical capabilities to the government. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2005-31. The following clauses are incorporated by reference: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offers - Commercial Item and any addenda to the provisions; 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items (Jan 99) (The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: technical capability and price. Technical capability is more important than price.); 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items (Offerors must submit a complete copy with their offers; 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; (Oct 03), FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items, incorporating the following: - 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns; - 52.222-3 Convict Labor; - 52.222-19 Child Labor - Cooperation With Authorities and Remedies; - 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; - 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity; - 52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers With Disabilities; - 52.225-3 Buy American Act - Free Trade Agreements - Israeli Trade Act; - 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; - 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer - Central Contractor Registration; - 52.247-34 FOB Destination - 52.233-2 Service of Protest - 52.223-11 Ozone-Depleting Substances; (MAY 01), 52.247-34, F.O.B Destination, (11/91) - 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference; (FEB 98), This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address (es): http://farsite.hill.af.mil . - 252.212-7001 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items; (JUN 05), - 252.225-7001 Buy American Act and Balance of Payment Program; (Jun 05) - 252-232.7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Report, (Jan 04), Vendors must be registered in Central Contractor Registration (www.ccr.gov) before award can be made. All responses must be received no later than 2:00 P.M., Central Time on 1July 2009. The proposal is at the discretion of the offeror. Email all packages to 1st Lt Christine Meyling at christine.meyling@eglin.af.mil. 1st Lt Oscar Casillas will be the alternate POC for this contract; email at Oscar.casillas@eglin.af.mil. Approved, //SIGNED// SARILYNN THOMAS OPTIONS: Vendors are invited to submit as an option advanced computational capabilities to reduce time required to manipulate/transform data, or convert data between different file formats. Vendors are invited to submit as an option the capability to perform dynamic tensile and compression testing of specimens.
