Combination Synopsis-Solicitation for Commercial Purchases (Under SAT) (1).docx

COMBO SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

1. Solicitation Number: W911QX26QA203

2. Title: Notice of Intent to Sole Source: One (1) new, commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) real-time X-ray inspection system

3. Classification Code: 66

4. NAICS Code: 334517

5. Response Date: Five (5) days after posting date due via email to the Primary Point of Contact listed in SAM.gov for this combined synopsis-solicitation.

6. Description: The U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order on a sole-source basis to Glenbrook Technologies, Inc. (CAGE: 0H6R8) for the procurement of Jewel Box Ultra Compact Real Time X-ray Inspection System. SEE SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS ATTACHED Disclaimer: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

NOTICE: THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES WILL BE UTILIZED:

INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY ONE SOURCE

The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government is soliciting and negotiating with one source, and all authorized third-party resellers of this one source, and all authorized third-party resellers of this source, under the authority of RFO FAR 12.102(b) Restricting Competition. The name of the company the Government intends to award a contract to is Glenbrook Technologies Inc., 11 Emery Avenue, Randolph, NJ 07869-1308 for the procurement of real-time x-ray inspection system. The statutory authority permitting this sole source is 41 U.S.C. 1901(e), as implemented by FAR 12.102, which authorizes that only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The basis for this determination is that the Glenbrook Technologies Jewel Box Ultra Compact is the only COTS system available that meets the Army Research Laboratory's required technical characteristics—specifically its unique compact footprint, required high magnification capabilities, and proprietary user interface necessary for the immediate quality control of printed circuit boards (PCBs). This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government will consider all proposals received prior to the closing date and time of this solicitation.

This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 effective 13 March 2026.

For purposes of this acquisition, the associated NAICS code is 334517. The small business size standard is 1,200 employees.

Contract Line Item (CLIN) Structure: The following is a list of contract line item number(s) and items, quantities and units of measure, (including option(s), if applicable):

· CLIN 0001: One (1) Jewel Box Ultra Compact Real Time X-ray Inspection System.

Specifications/Requirement:

Hazardous Material Labeling and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Requirements:

All hazardous materials delivered under this contract must be labeled in strict accordance with DFARS 252.223-7001, Hazard Warning Labels. The Contractor shall ensure that every individual container, package, and shipping receptacle is properly labeled in compliance with OSHA standards and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Additionally, the Contractor must provide a current and complete Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each hazardous item prior to or concurrent with delivery. Shipments lacking compliant hazard warning labels or corresponding SDS documentation will be considered non-conforming and may be rejected at the receiving point at the Contractor's expense. SEE SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS ATTACHED.

Delivery: Delivery is required by 120 days after contract award (ACA). Delivery shall be made to Aberdeen Proving Ground, APG, Maryland, 21005-5001 United States Acceptance shall be performed at delivery The FOB point is destination.

Clauses:

I. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this provision: None

In addition to the requirements set for the in FAR 52.212-1, all offers responding to this solicitation must provide their business size in relation to the NAICS code contained in this solicitation and shall identify any socioeconomic categories to which they belong.

II. Evaluation Criteria - The specific evaluation criteria to be used are as follows:

Award will be made to the responsible offeror on a sole source basis, provided the offer is determined to be fair and reasonable.

III. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3 (with its Alternate I), Offeror Representations with its offer.

IV. The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following addenda have been attached to this clause SEE SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES (CLS EXPORT) ATTACHMENT.

V. The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items and the selected clauses listed in DFARS 212.301 Solicitation provisions and Contract Clauses for the Acquisition of Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The following additional FAR/DFARS clauses cited in this clause are applicable: SEE SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES (CLS EXPORT) ATTACHMENT.

VI. The following additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions apply SEE SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES (CLS EXPORT) ATTACHMENT. The Adelphi Special Instructions and Information listed below can be found in the attached Adelphi Special Instructions:

ADELPHI SPECIAL LIST OF INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION:

ACC - APG POINT OF CONTACT

TECHNICAL POINT OF CONTACT

TYPE OF CONTRACT

GOV INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

RECEIVING ROOM – APG

TAX EXEMPTION CERT. (ARL)

RECEIVING ROOM – APG

PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS

EXCEPTIONS IN PROPOSAL

AWARD OF CONTRACT

ADELPHI CONTR. DIVISION URL

FOREIGN NATIONALS PERFORMING

PAYMENT TERMS

DUTY-FREE ENTRY

ARMY CONTRACT WRITING SYSTEM (ACWS) TRANSITION INFORMATION FOR OFFERORS

VII. This acquisition is rated under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) as N/A

VIII. The following notes apply to this announcement: The Contractor shall deliver a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the system in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200, FAR 52.223-3, and DFARS 252.223-7001 prior to or at the time of equipment delivery.

IX. Place of Delivery: Aberdeen Proving Ground, APG, Maryland, 21005-5001

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