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--Electromechanical Single Column Materials Test System with full software control, dedicated hardware controls for critical testing functions, that has interchangeable load cells and grips which can be used with other existing test equipment

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The U.S. Army, through the Natick Contracting Division, plans to award a firm fixed price purchase order on a sole source basis to INSTRON located in Norwood, MA, under FAR 13.5 and authority 6.302.1, as only one responsible source can meet the agency’s requirements. The purchase is for an Electromechanical Single Column Materials Test System with advanced software and dedicated hardware controls designed for critical testing functions. This system includes interchangeable load cells and grips compatible with existing instruments, essential for evaluating the mechanical properties of fibers processed under the High Performance Fiber Facility Program. The equipment’s rapid, accurate, and reliable testing capabilities, especially the unique TouchPanel feature, are vital for timely product development related to the NRX-11 tri-component fiber processing unit. The load frame and load cell interfaces must accommodate existing grips and fixtures currently used at Natick Labs without requiring special adapters. The contract falls under NAICS code 334519, with a size standard of 500 employees, and is intended for use by the Natick Soldier System Center’s WARSTAR organization as requested by the Project Manager. This procurement ensures critical testing equipment compatibility and operational efficiency for fiber mechanical property assessments necessary for ongoing research and development. Questions regarding the acquisition are directed to Mr. Peter McDonald at the Natick Contracting Division, with the synopsis expiring on October 17, 2008.

General Info

U.S. Army awards sole source contract to INSTRON for advanced materials testing system.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

NAICS

334519 - Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing

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PostedOct 10

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

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OfficeNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

Office AddressNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

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Full Description

Under the authority of FAR 13.5, the U.S. Army, REDCOM, Natick Contracting Division, Kansas Street, Natick, MA on behalf of the United States Army Soldier System Center, Natick, MA intends to negotiate and award a firm fixed price purchase order on a sole source basis to INSTRON, 825 University Ave, Norwood MA 02062-2643 . The authority is 6.302.1: Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This is for the purchase of an Electromechanical Single Column Materials Test System with full software control, dedicated hardware controls for critical testing functions, that has interchangeable load cells and grips which can be used with other existing Instron instruments is needed to evaluate the mechanical properties of fiber for work being performed under the High Performance Fiber Facility Program. During the operation of the tricomponent fiber processing unit, it is vital that the mechanical properties of the fiber be determined in a quick, easy manner. Testing time is critical in the product development of the fiber being processed on the NRX-11 tri-component fiber unit. Instrons unique TouchPanel feature on their Instron will produce mechanical testing data very quickly and is accurate, reproducible, and reliable. The load frame /load cell interfaces must be able to accept existing grips and fixtures that are currently in use at Natick Labs on similar equipment without the need for special adapters. The NAICS Codes for this acquisition is 334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing The size standard is 500 employees. This item is being purchased for the Natick Soldier System Centers WARSTAR organization as requested by the Project Manager. Questions concerning this acquisition may be addressed to the above address, Attention: Mr. Peter McDonald (AMSRD-ACC-NS) or by e-mail at contact@example.gov. This synopsis expires 17 October 2008 at 10:00 AM ET.