X-Ray Computed Tomography Cabinet System

A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE PROPOSALS. Interested parties, however, may identify their interest and capability by responding to the requirement. The Government will consider all information received prior to the closing date of this synopsis. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed contract modification based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No phone inquiries will be entertained. Responses shall be made in writing by E-mail. PROGRAM

BACKGROUND AND REQUIRED CAPABILITIES The Naval Air Warfare Center - Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Procurement Group, Patuxent River, MD on behalf of the Non-destructive Inspection Branch of the Air Systems Group (ASG), announces its intention to award a sole source contract for the acquisition of a large format X-ray Computed Tomography Cabinet System. This system must be capable of scanning parts at least 36” in diameter and 96” in height with two x-ray tubes, one microfocus tube capable of up to 225kV and the other tube capable of up to 450kV. The 450kV tube will be capable of performing high resolution scans, achieving effective pixel and/or voxel sizes of 60μm or smaller at maximum voltage. The system will have a Varex 4343N digital detector array and the ability to install a second detector at a later date. The system will also include the following computers and software: an acquisition computer with acquisition software and two reconstruction/analysis computers with reconstruction and Volume Graphics VG Studio MAX analysis software. These computers will be capable of meeting the recommended software

requirements to run the software as well as having the ability to swap out all the hard drives for data security reasons. The Vendor will also install the X-ray CT System on site and verify that it works as intended and meets all applicable radiation safety codes and specifications. The X-ray CT System will also come with on-site and Vendor-site training classes, all relevant warranties, and a 1-year service maintenance contract. This system will be used by the Non-destructive Inspection Branch to perform research on new materials and new manufacturing methods, be able to identify the root cause of mishaps through Engineering Investigations and determine Airworthiness/Safety of Flight.

ELIGIBILITY This Market Research tool is being used to identify potential and eligible firms, of all sizes, prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of solicitations. The results of the Sources Sought will be utilized to determine if any Small Business opportunity exist for the sole source procurement of this X-ray Computed Tomography Cabinet System. The (PSC) for this requirement is 6635 Physical Properties Testing and Inspection. The North American Industry System (NAICS) Code is 334517 Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing. All eligible parties are encouraged to respond. ANTICIPATED

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The anticipated

Period of Performance for this acquisition is Two (2) years; Including Installation and Testing of the X-ray Computed Tomography Cabinet System software and hardware, accompanying training courses, and a One (1) year of system service and maintenance. The anticipated