NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: One (1) Instron Environmental Chamber

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Ground seeks one Instron Environmental Chamber, with offers due August 10 at 11:30 AM Eastern Standard Time. This is a sole source procurement issued to Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (CAGE 80160) under FAR 12.102(a); however, all proposals received prior to the closing date will be considered.

Place of performance is Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005, specifically Building 321, 6375 Johnson Road, with FOB at destination. Delivery is required by September 30, 2026. The procurement is classified under NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and PSC 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies), with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.

This is a Request for Quotation under FAR Subpart 12.6 for commercial items. Standard FAR and DFARS clauses applicable to commercial items apply, including system for award management maintenance, covered telecommunications equipment prohibitions, and Buy American Act compliance. Contractors must also comply with Adelphi Local Instructions Provisions and Clauses specific to Aberdeen Proving Ground. Offers should be submitted electronically to william.nuamah.civ@army.mil. The Contracting Officer is William Nuamah.