DCPO-20011-T-0041

The District of Columbia's Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is soliciting proposals for a contract to supply Gamma Ray Spectrometers and associated equipment for the DC Fire and Emergency Medical Service (FEMS) and the National Capital Region (NCR). This procurement opportunity seeks a qualified contractor to provide specialized scientific equipment, including the spectrometers, necessary accessories, warranties, and comprehensive training. The contract is structured on an as-needed basis, indicating potential flexible deployment of equipment and services. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2011, with an extremely tight response deadline of May 20, 2011, which suggests an urgent procurement timeline. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided information, typical requirements for such technical equipment procurement would likely include vendor technical capabilities, equipment specifications, warranty terms, and training methodology.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the provided information. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears focused on specialized scientific measurement equipment for emergency and regional services, which implies potential integration with existing emergency response or scientific monitoring infrastructure. Without precise budget details, similar government procurements for advanced scientific instrumentation typically range from $50,000 to $500,000, depending on quantity, complexity, and specific technical requirements of the Gamma Ray Spectrometers. Interested vendors would need advanced technical expertise in radiation detection equipment, comprehensive training capabilities, and the ability to meet stringent government procurement and performance standards.