77654-Sources Sought Synopsis.docx

77654 - TENSILE TESTER

CAUTION:

This market survey is being conducted to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements for qualification and production of the Tensile Tester for use by United States Air Force (USAF) personnel. The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined. Contractors/Institutions responding to this market research are placed on notice that participation in this survey may not ensure participation in future solicitations or contract awards. The government will not reimburse participants for any expenses associated with their participation in this survey.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. The document(s) below contain a description of the subject requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey. The Survey allows Contractors to provide their company’s capability.

2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company’s capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities.

3. ATTENTION: SMALL BUSINESS RESPONDENTS who are interested in participation for this effort:

a. No set aside decision has been made; however, the Government will determine the final strategy after thorough analysis of the small business responses and other market research available, considering the demonstrated interest and capability. Please ensure that you provide a thorough response to each question.

b. Identify any areas of work that your organization believes should be broken out exclusively for Small Business.

4. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research.

5. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed to the Acquisition Program Manager, Brandi Morris at brandi.morris@us.af.mil

REQUIREMENTS FOR TENSILE TESTER

The Chemical Analysis Laboratory needs a tensile tester to test sealants and adhesives per government regulations for tensile test and peel strength. The Contractor shall provide to the 402d Maintenance Support Group (MXSG), Robins Air Force Base, all materials, parts, travel, tools, training, and labor necessary to provide and install one tensile tester. The tester should possess the following capabilities/characteristics:

The Government will require a Commercial manual and a Calibration Certificate for the tester.

The tensile tester should come with at least a 3 year extended warranty to cover:

The testile tester will be installed at the following address:

Need date: The tester should be available 12-14 weeks after receiving the order, or earlier if possible.

CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEY

BAF# 77654-TENSILE TESTER

Part I. Business Information

Please provide the following business information for your company/institution:

· Phone Number:

· E-mail Address:

· Web Page URL:

· Government Proposed North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 334519-Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (Corresponding Index: Tensile strength testing equipment manufacturing)

Responses to this notice must be received no later than close of business 2 May 2025. Please ensure data is in a readable electronic format that can be received through a firewall. Attachments shall not to exceed 10 MB per email. Multiple emails are acceptable. Responses or questions must be sent via email to the following personnel:

· Brandi Morris, brandi.morris@us.af.mil,

· Ben Gibson, benjamin.gibson.4@us.af.mil

Please provide a complete description of your proposed tensile tester that meets the Government’s needs by addressing every requirement listed under “Requirements for Tensile Tester”.