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Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Virtually Imaged Phase Arrays

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NB305000-26-00165Federal

Submission Closed03/30/2026, 06:00:00 PM EDT

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Solicitation SPE2DH-27-T-0538 is a federal procurement issued by the DLA Troop Support Medical Supply Chain for one portable Pocket Pro pH tester (NSN 6630-01-743-4258). This rugged, handheld water analysis instrument is designed to measure pH and temperature, featuring a 0.0-14.0 pH range with 0.1 pH accuracy and resolution, a 7ml sample volume, and an IP67 rating. The device operates on four AAA batteries with a 450-hour battery life and includes a backlit LCD screen. Environmental tolerances include an operating temperature of 0-50 degrees C and storage from -20 to 60 degrees C. The contract requires delivery to Buckley AFB with a required delivery date of November 12, 2026, and specifies FOB Destination. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and Medical Marking Standard No. 1, ensuring each unit is in a sealed container and suitable commercial exterior shipping containers. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those regarding the Buy American Act, cybersecurity reporting, and the prohibition of covered defense telecommunications equipment. All quotes must be submitted via the DIBBS portal.

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Commerce Nist

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD, 20899, USA

Set-Aside

sole source

Documents

notice-of-intent

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sources-sought

Low

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Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedJan 28

Sources Sought

Notice updatedMar 23

Notice type changed from Sources Sought to Special Notice. Response deadline changed from Feb 4, 2026 to Mar 30, 2026. The notice title changed. The notice description changed.

Response DeadlineMar 30

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

03/30/2026, 06:00:00 PM EDT