Optical Integrating Sphere System

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command - (DEVOM-AC), Pyrotechnics Division at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ, has a requirement for an optical integrating sphere system which can be used as a broad band calibration source and as a source of consistent illumination, to allow for easy calibration of light detectors for both on-going and future programs. DEVCOM-AC is looking to identify suppliers that have a commercial product capable of meeting the requirements below. The contractor shall deliver one optical integrating sphere system, including all components for operation (e.g., lamps, spectrometer, attenuator, software, computer) that meets the following criteria: Must have an exit aperture of at least 3 inches in diameter Must have a minimum luminance level of 115,000 cd/m2 (at the exit port). Can use multiple bulbs as required to meet this specification. Must provide spectral radiance from 350-1050 nm in increments of at least 10 nm. Must have the ability to generate variable light levels with a computer-controlled aperture. Must include a software package for data collection and analysis. Must include a Data Acquisition System that is capable of running all software for the equipment. The system shall be covered by a manufacturer's warranty of 1 year. Submission Details: This is a market survey for information only, and shall not be construed as a request for a proposal or as an obligation on the part of the US Government. The US Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this market survey or otherwise pay for information solicited. If your organization has the potential capacity to provide the required products/systems, please provide the following information: 1) Organization name, address, primary points of contact and their email addresses, Web site address, telephone number, CAGE Code and DUNS number, and size of business (i.e. large, small, disadvantaged, veteran owned, woman owned, etc.); and 2) Tailored capability statements addressing the requirements of this notice (e.g., product brochure, catalog, spec sheet, etc). If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, please identify your major partners or suppliers. Your response to this Sources Sought, including any capabilities statement, shall be submitted via email to Jessica Gondela, Jessica.m.gondela.civ@mail.mil, in either Microsoft Word or Portable Document Format (PDF), no later than 2:00pm EST on the closing date of this notice. Please reference the Notice ID number in subject line of e-mail and on all enclosed documents.