Sole Source 5 Load Cell Universal Test System with Liquid Nitrogen Cooled Environmental Chamber

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Army Contracting Command-Redstone is soliciting a quote. In order for a quote to be accepted, the vendor must provide historical pricing data such as copies of previous invoices or purchase orders to support fair and reasonable pricing. Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Number W31P4Q-24-Q-0014 is to be a Sole-Source procurement to Illinois Tool Works Inc. Instron Division of Norwood Massachusetts in accordance with FAR 13.5(a) The statutory authority for processing this requirement through other than full and open competition is 41 U.S.C. 1901. This action is for
commercial items, as defined in FAR 2.101, and will be processed pursuant to FAR 13.5, Simplified Procedures
for Certain Commercial Items. The corresponding NAICS code for this procurement is 333517. The US Army Contracting Command-Redstone is soliciting a quote from Illinois Tool Works Inc. Instron Division, for the purchase of the following item:

One (1) 5 Load Cell Universal Test System with Liquid Nitrogen Cooled Environmental Chamber

One (1) Deliver and Shipping to Redstone Arsenal AL

One (1) Installation and Training at Redstone Arsenal AL

Additionally, this equipment must meet the requirements stated below:

• The instrument’s frame needs extra height with narrow pitch spacing.
• The instrument must be provided with a base such that it is at a comfortable working height.
• Accurate measurements down to 1/1000th of load cell capacity.
• 150% of force capacity overload capability.
• Tare weight 10% of force capability.
• Load cells shall facilitate a quick changeover of load cells.
• Chamber must include an interior light that does not significantly increase chamber temperature when testing at lab ambient temperature.
• Five (5) load cells mounted in line and directly to the load frame crosshead.

The incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2024-05. Any award resulting from this RFQ will be issued on Standard Form 1449 and will contain all clauses required by law, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) as appropriate for the dollar value of the award. Provision 52.209-2, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations - Representation; Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial; Provision 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial items; Provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items; Clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items; Clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items; Clause 52.222-50 Combatting Trafficking in Persons; Clause 52.223-18 Contractor Policy to Ban Text Messaging While Driving; Provision  252.204-7008, Compliance with Safeguarding Covered Defense Information Controls; Clause 252.204-7009, Limitations on the Use or Disclosure of Third- Party Contractor Reported Cyber Incident Information; Clause 252.204-7012, Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting; Provision 252.204-7019, Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements; Clause 252.204-7020, NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements; Clause 52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations; and Clause 252.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports are applicable to this acquisition. Other clauses may be included in the award if applicable. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement and quotation which shall be considered by the agency. In the event more than one quote is received, the following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: technical capability of the items offered to meet the Government requirement, price, and delivery. All items shall include shipping costs FOB Destination to Redstone Arsenal, AL. Payment will be made via Wide Area Workflow. Responses are due no later than 3:00 PM (local time), 19 July, 2024.  Electronic quotes are required. Responses must be submitted to: jeffery.d.hestley.civ@army.mil.