L--Radiographic technique developement for GFM ceramic parts for X Ray of 4 x 4 and 12 X 12 tiles, ESAPI Plates and Mosaic Plates.

The United States Army Soldier System Center in Natick, Massachusetts, through the Natick Contracting Division, plans to award a sole source contract to RDNT, INC., located in Johnston, Pennsylvania, for high-resolution radiographic inspection services. This contract is justified under FAR 6.302-1, as RDNT, INC. is uniquely capable of meeting the strict requirement of a one-week turnaround time for radiographic analysis. The scope involves inspecting government-furnished silicon carbide ceramic parts, including 4x4 and 12x12 tiles and ESAPI-shaped small arms protective plates, with detailed parameters such as x-ray settings of 20-30 kV voltage, 5 mA current, and exposure times of 20 to 30 minutes, ensuring proper radiograph contrast at a minimum 54-inch focal film distance. The requirement covers approximately 800 images for 4x4 tiles, 300 images for 12x12 tiles, and 500 images for ESAPI plates. This contract supports critical quality assurance efforts for ceramic components used in protective applications. Interested parties or those seeking further information are directed to contact Mr. Greg Wilson at the Natick Contracting Division. The solicitation, identified by the number W91A2K-9133-2001 under NAICS code 541380, was posted on June 30, 2009, with a synopsis expiry date of July 6, 2009. The work will be managed by the Department of Defense's office in Natick, MA.