82839530-01705-CEM_specification_for_procurement_9-18-18.docx

SPECIFICATION FOR PROCUREMENT OF

Microwave Accelerated Reaction System (Model MARS6)

1.0 SCOPE

1.1 Scope. This specification provides the minimum requirements for a CEM Microwave Accelerated Reaction System Model MARS6, 230V/60Hz. One CEM Microwave Accelerated Reaction System Model MARS6 will be utilized in the Nuclear Chemistry Industrial Process Application branch for determining low melting point metals in detrimental material with high accuracy and precision for detrimental material analysis. The other CEM Microwave Accelerated Reaction System Model MARS6 will be used in the lead and paint section of the Environmental Chemistry Branch to determine trace metals in paint chips. The CEM Microwave Accelerated Reaction System Model MARS6 is specifically designed to reduce the time between sample collection and spectrometric analysis by decreasing heating times and increasing the pressure and temperature at which digestion occurs.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Government Documents. The following documents of the issue in effect on the date if invitation for bids or requests for proposal form a part of the specification to the extent specified herein.

SPECIFICATIONS MILITARY:

MIL-STD-129- Marking for Shipment and Storage

OTHER GOVERNMENT AGENCY

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

OSHA 2206- General Industry, OSHA Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR 1910

2.2 Non-government documents. The following documents form a part of this specification to the extent herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the issue in effect on the date of invitation for bid or request for proposal shall apply.

STANDARDS

UNITED STATES ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

USEPA STANDARD TEST METHODS 5030, 5035, 8260, 524.2, 524.3 – Standard Test Methods for Analysis of Solids, Wastewater, and Drinking Water. (Copies of these standards may be obtained from the USEPA website)

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

ASTM-D-3591 – Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging (Application for copies should be addressed to: American Society for Testing Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.)

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA-70-1987 – National Electrical Code (Applications for copies should be addressed to: National Fire Protections Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.)

2.3 Order of Precedence. In the event of conflict between the test of this specification and the references sited herein, the text of the specification shall take precedence. However, nothing in this specification shall supersede applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS.

3.1 General Information and Coverage. The equipment shall be one of the manufacturer’s current production models, new and unused, capable of performing its intended function in accordance with the operation and performance requirements specified herein. The equipment shall be complete so that when connected to the utilities and attachments specified herein, it can be used for any function for which it is designed and constructed.

3.1.1 Current Production Model. The equipment offered shall be a current production model. A current production model is defined as the manufacture’s current production model which, on the date this specification is issued, has been designed, engineered and sold, or is being offered for sale through advertisements or manufacture’s published catalogs or brochures. Products such as prototype units, preproduction models, or a highly modified current production models, where major components have been redesigned to meet the requirements of this specification, do not qualify as meeting this requirement.

3.2 Definition. The equipment shall consist of, but is not limited to the following principal components, attachments and accessories necessary to meet the requirements specified herein.

Microwave Accelerated Reaction System, Model MARS 6, 230V/60Hz iWave compatible iWave Temperature Control iWave EasyPrep Turntable MARS Xpress Vessel Starter Set, 40 place, 55 mL EasyPrep iWave Standard, Full Starter set Adapter for MDS Style Turntable for MARS Installation & Training, ½ Day (MARS/STAR/SP-D)

Shipping-Analytical

3.3 Salient Characteristics. The MARS 6 System, iWave Temperature control shall have the following salient characteristics:

3.3.1 Performance Characteristics.

3.3.1.1 The MARS 6 System, iWave Temperature Control shall be compliant and capable of meeting all of the requirements of USEPA method 3051 microwave digestion for the analysis of detrimental material. Failure to be capable of meeting any, and all, of the method will eliminate the system from consideration.

3.3.1.2 This MARS 6 System, iWave Temperture Control Microwave shall be an 1800 Watt laboratory microwave instrument including 2 magnetrons-1000 Watt primary magnetron and 800 Watt secondary magnetron, LCD glass capacitive touchscreen and speakers, a 1.8 cubic feet fluoropolymer coated cavity, corrosion resistant exhaust system, solid steel door construction with spring loaded quadruple safety door latch, direct drive alternating turntable with optical sensor, 5 USB ports, 2 Ethernet ports, 1 RS232 port, internal microSD RAM for backup of methods and data, preprogrammed OneTouch methods, 2 color LED cavity lamp and detachable power cord. Includes operation manual. Conforms to globally harmonized EN61010- 1.

3.3.1.3 The MARS 6 shall contain an iWave Temperature Control option. The option uses infrared sensor along to control the temperature of each vessel in the turntable. Includes P/N 512390.

3.3.1.4 The MARS 6 shall contain MARS Xpress Vessel Starter Set, 40 place, 55 mL. The starter set includes (40) 55 mL Xpress vessels, a 40 place turntable with 40 composite sleeves for use with the MARSXpress system only.

3.3.1.5 The MARS 6 shall contain EasyPrep iWave Vessel Full Starter Set, 100mL. The starter set contains (12) EasyPrep Vessel Assemblies, Turntable Assembly and a Torque Station.

3.3.2 Physical Characteristics.

3.3.2.1 Dimensions. This equipment shall be a bench-top model. This equipment shall fit in an area of approximately 4’ by 4’.

3.3.3 Maintainability. The machine design and configuration shall permit direct access for adjustments/testing/replacement of components. Removal and replacement of equipment components shall require the removal of the minimum number of other equipment components.

3.3.4 Environmental conditions. This equipment and associated accessories shall be designed and constructed such that, under the operating, service, transportation and storage conditions described herein, the equipment shall not emit materials hazardous to the ecological system as prescribed by federal, state, or local statutes in effect at the point of installation.

3.4 Design and Construction. This machine shall be constructed of parts which are new or reclaimed, without defects and free of repairs. The machine structure shall be capable of withstanding all forces encountered during operation of the machine to its maximum rating and capacity without permanent distortion.

3.4.1 Safety. Covers, guards, or other safety devices shall be provided for all parts of the MARS 6 System iWave Temperature Control that present safety hazards. The safety devices shall not interfere with operation of the equipment. The safety devices shall prevent unintentional contact with the guarded part, and shall be removable to facilitate inspection, maintenance and repair of parts. All parts, components, mechanism, and assemblies furnished, whether or not specifically required herein, shall comply with the requirements of OSHA 2206 that are applicable to the equipment itself.

3.4.2 Human engineering. All operating controls shall be convenient to the operator at his/her normal work bench. The equipment shall be designed and manufactured to minimize the possibility of human error and to ensure human machine compatibility.

3.5 Documentation. Technical operating manuals shall be provided in accordance with MILM-7298. .As a minimum, two (2) manual shall be provided.

3.6 Installation. The vendor shall provide complete and total installation of the MARS 6 System, iWave Temperature Control Option and attach all accessories. Installation of the required utilities shall be the responsibility of the Government. Connection to the utilities and any required hardware or other connection devices shall be the responsibility of the vendor.

3.7 Training. Upon completion of installation, the contractor shall provide, as a minimum, (1/2) days of onsite training for qualified Chemist in the set-up, proper operation, care and maintenance of the MARS 6 System, iWave Temperature Control.

4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1 Responsibility for inspection. Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the contractor is responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements (examinations and tests) as specified herein. Except as otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the contractor may use his or her own or any facilities suitable for the performance of the inspection requirements specified herein, unless disapproved by the government. The government reserves the right to perform any of the inspections set forth in this specification where such inspections are deemed necessary to ensure supplies and services conform to prescribed requirements.

4.1.1 Responsibility for Compliance. All items shall meet all requirements of Sections 3 and 5. The absence of any inspection requirements in the specification shall not relieve the contractor of the responsibility of ensuring that all products or supplies submitted to the government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract.

4.2 Methods of inspections.

4.2.1 Operational test. The system provided shall be tested by the receiving activity personnel under the observation of the contractor to verify proper operation in accordance with the requirements of this specification. Satisfactory completion of all testes is inherent in the specification and any cost associated in the correction of any defects shall be the responsibility of the vendor. The system provided will be operated for a minimum period of 8 hours without the need for correction of any defects. Proper operation and function of the system and its controls, and other associated accessories shall be verified during this trial period.

4.2.2 Examination. The equipment provided will be visually and physically examined for design construction, material construction, material components, electrical equipment, workmanship, form, fit and function to determine compliance with the requirements of this specification.

4.2.3 Warranty. The vendor shall provide, as a minimum, a (1) year warranty for the MARS 6 System, iWave Temperature Control and its associated accessories. The vendor shall provide next business day parts and labor necessary to maintain a fully functioning system during the warranty period. The vendor shall detail the terms of the warranty in the proposal.

5.0 PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY

5.1 General. Preservation and packing shall be in accordance with ASTM-D3951-88, Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

5.2 Marking for Shipment. Marking shall be in accordance with MIL_STD_129J, Marking for Shipment and Storage. In addition, the following markings shall be on the equipment packaging:

“NOT FOR OUTSIDE STORAGE”

Contract Number

5.3 Shipping. The equipment and its accessories shall be shipped by the best commercial method available. The equipment shall be shipped to:

Commanding Officer Building 276, Receiving Officer Norfolk Naval Shipyard Portsmouth, VA 23709-5000

Attn: Duane Upton, Code 130S

6.0 General.