--Four prototype castings for corner fittings of the US Army ISO Shelter

The U.S. Army Soldier System Center, through the Natick Contracting Division, plans to negotiate a purchase order with Technikon LLC for the fabrication of four prototype castings used as corner fittings on the US Army ISO Shelter. These fittings include one each of the lower left, lower right, upper left, and upper right corners. The castings will be made from ASTM A27, Grade 70-40 Cast Steel, Class 1, and will undergo a zinc-plated finish compliant with ASTM B633, Type II Class SC3 standards. Following production, the prototypes will be inspected according to Mil-C-6021, Class 3, Grade C requirements to ensure quality and durability. All data resulting from the prototype development will remain the property of the U.S. Government. The contract, governed under the FAR 13.5 Test Program for Certain Commercial Items, was announced with an expiration date for inquiries on August 13, 2008. The award intends to support the Army’s need for improved materials and components within its shelter systems, carried out by Technikon LLC, located in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Questions related to the contract could be directed to the Natick office via the designated contact personnel.