J--Synopsis of Solicitation for the Refurbishment of Raman Agent Monitoring System (RAMS)

The contract involves the refurbishment of one Government-owned Raman Agent Monitoring System (RAMS), formerly known as the Joint Contamination System Detector (JCSD), which has been in long-term storage for four years. The refurbishment process includes cleaning and recharging the Excimer Laser, aligning and cleaning the optical components, verifying software functionality, and ensuring the system operates fully. This acquisition is designated under the statutory authority for one responsible source with no other supplies or services satisfying the agency’s needs. Proposals are open to all responsible sources capable of performing the work, with submissions due by 1:00 pm on July 22, 2013, via email to the specified contact. The solicitation, identified by number W911SR13R0023, is posted by the Department of Defense’s W6QK Acc-apg office located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The NAICS code associated with this contract is 541330, reflecting professional services. Although the place of performance details are unspecified, all submissions will be reviewed to determine the contractor capable of returning the RAMS to full operational status, ensuring its readiness for government use following an extended period of inactivity.