M26-213E Universal Hardness Tester-SOW-Rev_Redacted.pdf

This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for the purchase and delivery of one Universal Hardness Tester (Model M26-213E) to Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, prepared by OBCA/PZIMB as of July 26, 2026.

The contractor must deliver, install, perform performance verification, calibrate, and provide training for a Universal Hardness Tester that meets or exceeds the specifications of the Struers DuraVersa-100C system. Key technical requirements include a single consolidated unit with a minimum 1000kg load capacity on the XYZ stage, test force range of 50g to 750kg, permanently mounted micro-indenters (Vickers/Knoop) and quick-swap macro-indenters (Rockwell/Brinell), automated measurement and evaluation of at least 2,000 preplaced indents, and compliance with ASTM E10, E18, E92, and E384 standards. The system must feature a permanently mounted overview camera with integrated light, 2.5X, 10X, 40X, and 60X objectives. The tester must support Rockwell scales (HRA, HRB, HRC, HRE, HRH, HR15N, HR45N, HR15T, HR45T), Brinell scales (HBW 2.5/62.5 through 10/500), Knoop scales (50g to 1kg), and Vickers scales (50g to 10kg). The XYZ sample stage requires minimum dimensions of 400mm x 250mm with precision resolution and repeatability of ±/- 0.0015mm. The contractor must provide included indenters, sample holders (50mm and 1.25" metallographic holders with minimum 6-sample capacity), clamping accessories for various specimen types, maintenance tools, and software with analysis capabilities including single indents, line traverse, area mapping, automatic case hardness, weld evaluations, and image stitching. Installation and training must be completed on-site with comprehensive operator training for no less than six operators for one day, eight hours per day. The contractor must perform ISO 17025 accredited indirect verification calibration of all hardness scales upon installation, provide a Calibration Certificate of Traceability meeting ISO 17025 with detailed documentation requirements, and demonstrate full system operability in accordance with OEM specifications. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 0600-1600, excluding federal holidays and base closures. The contractor is responsible for delivery to Building 3001 at Tinker AFB, offloading, installation, connecting power/water/compressed air within 25 feet of the installation area, and obtaining all required permits per IAW DOT standards. On-base requirements include compliance with hazardous materials management, environmental protection, safety protocols, TAFB Supplement to AFI 32-7086, FOD/DOP training, tool control accountability, POV directives, visitors pass arrangements, and emergency procedures. The contractor must provide five business days' notice to the Government Point of Contact prior to installation beginning and demonstrate full operational capability before facility departure.