HT9425-24-RFI-LBA-02.pdf

Request for Information (RFI)

1. RFI Number: HT9425-24-RFI-LBA-02

2. RFI Title: FARO Coordinate Measurement Machine and Hardware

3. Agency: United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL)

4. Office: United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL), Fort Rucker, Alabama

5. Contracting Office: United States Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA), Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD.

6. Location: Fort Rucker, Alabama 36362

7. Background:

This requirement is a supply acquisition on behalf of U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory (USAARL) Injury Biomechanics and Protection Group (IBPG). USAARL IBPG requires procurement of a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) consisting of a multi-axis arm and a laser line probe (LLP) to upgrade and replace one of the current existing CMMs (FARO Platinum) and aid in research activities that will be performed in the ballistics research range. A FARO CMM is desired in order to ensure functional compatibility with the existing FARO software and hardware currently at USAARL.

This requirement is for one (1) FARO Technologies, Inc. (FARO) Quantum S MAX 2.5m 7 axis with a max unilateral error less than 0.028mm for single point measurements, as defined by ISO 10360-12. The FARO Quantum requires a working range of at least 8ft nominally (2.5m) and must have interchangeable components (laptops, proprietary software, and accessories) with USAARL’s existing FARO Platinum CMM system. Also required is ancillary equipment such as a battery, laptop, tripod, stand, and cables.

Lastly, training for a minimum of four (4) operators and an extended warranty are also required. Refer to the Minimum Essential Characteristics (MECs) listed in Section 8.

8. Minimum Essential Characteristics:

The final package for this procurement should contain the following materials with all listed minimum essential characteristics being met:

1. One (1) FARO Quantum Max ScanArm:

a. Working range of at least 8 ft nominally

b. In accordance with ISO 10360-12, max unilateral error (EUNI) of 0.028 mm (0.0011 in)

c. At least 7-axis arm

d. Total weight less than or equal to 10 kg

e. Interchangeability of hard probe tips for contact measurements

f. Interchangeability of optical trackers (e.g., LLP) for non-contact measurements

g. Portable

h. Functional compatibility with new FARO LLP and current FARO LLPs housed at USAARL

i. Functional compatibility with ancillary equipment and software used for the current FARO CMM housed at USAARL

2. One (1) FARO LLP:

a. Ability to collect accurate measurements from reflective or matte surfaces

b. Accuracy of at least 15 µm (0.0006 in)

c. Scan width range of at least 80 mm (3.1 in) to 150 mm (5.9 in)

d. Functional compatibility with new FARO Quantum Max ScanArm and current FARO arms housed at USAARL

e. Functional compatibility with ancillary equipment and software used for the current FARO CMMs housed at USAARL

3. One (1) G5 battery module:

a. Functional compatibility with new FARO Quantum Max ScanArm

b. Lithium-ion replacement battery

4. One (1) CAM2 Full Edition software

a. One (1) year of maintenance included with purchase

b. Supports device relocation

c. Can import into computer-aided design software

d. Global dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) capability

e. Enable point cloud editing and analysis

f. Report generation

g. Line deviation color scan

h. Perpetual license

5. Service Plan:

a. Service plan to cover extended warranty and annual maintenance for both the arm and the LLP

b. 3-year duration

6. One (1) laptop computer:

a. Windows 11 Pro 64-bit Operating System

b. Equivalent processor of Intl i7-13850HX or better

c. At least 128 GB of RAM

d. Equivalent video card of NVIDIA RTX 4000 12 GB or better

e. At least 512 GB storage in primary drive

f. At least 1 TB of storage in secondary drive

7. One (1) stand:

a. Compatibility with all FARO arms and LLPs

b. Foldable for portability

c. Wheeled bag for storage and potability

d. At least adjustable height range: 24 inches to 40 inches

8. Training:

a. Onsite training of FARO arm and LLP for at least 4 operators

b. 3-day duration

Price includes shipping, handling, and delivery to USAARL, Building 6901 Farrel Road, Fort Novosel, AL.

9. Information Requested in Capability Statement:

• Confirm availability of the requested products, as specified in the MECs.

• Provide verification that the company is an authorized seller of FARO

Manufactured Equipment.

10. North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: The NAICS code for this potential action is: 334513 – Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables

11. Response Due Date: Interested parties should submit their RFI response electronically by 10:00 am Eastern on 29 August 2024 via e-mail to Ms. Lindsey Arthur at lindsey.b.arthur2.civ@health.mil.

12. Instructions to Responders:

12.1 The Government appreciates responses from all capable and qualified sources.

12.2 The Government welcomes input and will accept questions pertaining to this RFI;

however, the Government reserves the right to answer or not answer all questions pertaining to this RFI. Only one set of questions per vendor will be accepted. Telephone requests will not be entertained.

12.3 The subject header of the e-mail for submission of questions and/or the RFI response shall be: HT9425-24-RFI-LBA-02.

12.4 Interested firms should submit a response (Capability Statement) that demonstrates the Offeror’s capabilities identified in this RFI and shall also provide verification that the vendor is an authorized reseller of the BD product. The Capability Statement shall not exceed five (5) typed pages; additional sheets for cover page, table of contents, tables, and charts will not be counted toward page limitation.

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13. Disclaimer and Important Notes:

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 15.201, "Exchange with industry before receipt of proposals," and FAR 52.215-3, "Request for information (RFI) or Solicitation for Planning Purposes (SFP)," this RFI is for information and planning purposes only, at this time, and shall not be construed as a solicitation or obligation on the part of the USAMRDC. The purpose of this RFI notice is to gain market knowledge.

This RFI is not expected to be a Request for Proposal or Invitation for Bid, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach. The Government is not obliged to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in the responses received.

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Original Point of Contact (POC): Lindsey Arthur, lindsey.b.arthur2.civ@health.mil mailto:lindsey.b.arthur2.civ@health.mil