Supply of Calibrated Load Cells and Flow Meters

The contract calls for the supply of two calibrated 85-ton working load limit load cells and corresponding flow meters, specifically intended for crane load testing applications. Each unit must be accompanied by a NIST-traceable calibration certificate to ensure measurement accuracy and compliance with federal standards. The items are required for precise performance verification in heavy lifting operations and must meet strict technical and documentation requirements to support safety and regulatory obligations. The procurement is structured as a small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, limiting eligibility to qualified small businesses as defined by FAR 19.5, with the NAICS code 423830 indicating a wholesale trade classification for industrial machinery and equipment. The solicitation was posted on May 5, 2026, with a tight response deadline of May 6, 2026, at 10:00 PM, suggesting urgency in acquiring these specialized instruments. Performance of the contract is expected to occur in Oldtown, though no specific address is provided. The contracting entity is the Department of Defense through its W071 Endist Seattle office, indicating this is a defense-related procurement likely supporting military or federal infrastructure operations. Subcontractors must comply with all applicable federal acquisition regulations and deliver the equipment with full calibration documentation prior to acceptance.