SOURCES SOUGHT
A -- Trace Explosive Detection Systems
- Notice Date
- 11/13/2014
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 334511
— Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command, NSWC Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division, 2008 Stump Neck Rd, Indian Head, Maryland, 20640-5070, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20640-5070
- Solicitation Number
- N0017415SS001
- Archive Date
- 12/30/2014
- Point of Contact
- Robyn Moore, Phone: 3017446843
- E-Mail Address
-
robyn.moore@navy.mil
(robyn.moore@navy.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Sources Sought Notice: Seeking Sources for Inclusion of Trace Explosive Detection Systems in the Explosive Detection Equipment-User Scenario Evaluation (EDE-USE) and/or Comparative Evaluation of Explosive Detection Systems for Use at an Entry Control Point (ECP) The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD) is seeking Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and near COTS systems capable of detecting trace amounts of explosives via direct contact with the sample surface (not vapor collection). Detection capabilities should include, but not be limited to, commercial and military explosives, Home Made Explosives (HME) such as urea nitrate and TATP, ammonium nitrate mixtures, and potassium chlorate mixtures. Detection systems for submission can be designed for, or be able to operate in, an indoor and/or outdoor environment. The purpose of this sources sought notice (SSN) is to learn about trace explosive detection equipment. The SSN solicits vendors' information that fully explains their existing technology features, capabilities, and performance. All technology types that do not require user interpretation of results are welcome, but only handheld or desktop systems will be considered. Submissions should be limited to systems that are intended for use by security or military personnel - not analytical laboratories. Submissions will be considered for inclusion in two separate test efforts. Systems could be selected for participation in one, both, or neither of these efforts: •1) NSWC IHEODTD plans to select trace explosive detection systems to be included in a user scenario evaluation (EDE-USE). Following completion of said evaluation, a final report will be written and available for use by government agencies, Department of Defense services, and law enforcement organizations. •a. Users with various duties related to various aspects of explosive detection or explosive ordnance disposal will be participating in this evaluation. The users will be provided training for each system, to be conducted by the manufacturer. Subsequently, the users will be asked to assess a variety of scenarios based on real-world threats using their training. The scenarios will include threat items consisting of trace explosive material deposited onto a variety of surfaces. Once the scenario is completed, the user will be requested to complete a survey evaluating the performance, applicability, and usefulness of the system as well as the training received. •b. A maximum of two manufacturer representatives are asked to be onsite in conjunction with this evaluation. These representatives will conduct the training session and receive feedback from the users after each scenario. If selected for inclusion in testing, the manufacturer shall provide advance transcripts of the training session to IHEODTD. Please note, it will be required that a representative be available to complete training onsite over the course of approximately one week. Manufacturer representatives will not be allowed to interact with the users during the scenarios. •c. The subjective survey used for this test will explore the user's opinion on topics including, but not limited to, the following: • i. Is the user confident in the results produced by the system? • ii. Is the form factor of the system appropriate for the user's mission? • iii. Ease of Use (sampling method, reagent delivery/analysis, time required) • iv. Ease of Results Interpretation • v. Would you (the user) use this system in a field application? • vi. What level of training is necessary for operating the system? • vii. Did you (the user) feel confident in operating the system following the manufacturer provided training? •2) NSWC IHEODTD plans to select trace explosive detection systems for inclusion in a comparative laboratory and field evaluation of systems that could be employed at an entry control point (ECP). •a. Trace detection systems can be used in a variety of scenarios, including presumptive screening of personnel and objects at security checkpoints or other locations. Environments for these checkpoints can vary, from being located outdoors and/or in harsh environments or being housed in a permanent, climate-controlled structure. •b. NSWC IHEODTD is seeking information related to both handheld and desktop trace explosive detection systems that can be operated in either indoor, outdoor, or both types of locations. •c. Operational testing will be completed in both a laboratory and a field environment. Threat items will consist of trace explosive material deposited onto a variety of surfaces. Systems will be evaluated according, but not limited, to the following performance parameters: • i. Detection Effectiveness • ii. False Positives • iii. Sample Throughput • iv. Ease of Use • v. Transportability/Portability • vi. Reliability This announcement serves to survey product availability. This announcement is NOT a formal solicitation, and is NOT an RFP. No direct contract awards will be made based on the outcome of the evaluation. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes ONLY, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Our intent is to test technologically mature and market-ready equipment. Interested entities are encouraged to respond by providing their company name, points of contact, a technical description of five or fewer pages containing the information referenced below and one Quad Chart for each model (only one version per model) of their proposed trace detection system. All submissions will be considered for both test events - there is no need to submit separate responses for each. Technical information may be obtained from Cristina Spencer at 301-744-5372 or cristina.spencer@navy.mil. Each submission shall be transmitted electronically to: robyn.moore@navy.mil and a copy to cristina.spencer@navy.mil. Technical Summary Guidance Vendors should provide the following information: 1. General Information. 1.1 Vendor Information. Name, address, email and postal address, telephone number, and related WebPages, if applicable. 1.2 Point of Contact. Vendor representative's name and contact information. 1.3 System Title (name and model). 1.4 Intended Function. 1.5 System Picture. Photograph, preferably showing the unit in operation. 1.6 Technology. Provide a brief description of the technology used by this product consisting of the technology title and five or fewer descriptive sentences. 1.7 Output. Samples of output produced directly by the system while in operation, as well as details of the explosive being detected (if applicable). 1.8 Life Cycle Cost. Life Cycle Cost, measured in $US includes: a) unit cost, b) annual maintenance performed by vendor representatives, c) consumable items for operations, and d) operation and maintenance training or support/warranty plans provided by the vendor (both duration and cost). 2. Other System Characteristics. 2.1 Size. Exterior dimensions in feet and inches when stored, in transit to the screening site, and during screening operations. Include the overall weight of the system, in pounds. Include the operational footprint. 2.2 Power Requirements. Include any internal or external power requirements necessary to operate the system. If a generator is utilized, include the technical specifications of the generator and inverter to include current, voltage, frequency, as well as generator size and weight must be specified. 2.3 Operation. Include requirements to maintain continuous operations. Include level of training necessary for operator to be qualified to operate (if required) and maintain the system. 2.4 Limitations / Hazards / Special Requirements. State any special system limitations, hazards and/or special requirements to include hazards, such as radiation sources (to include electromagnetic as well as ionizing sources), toxic chemicals (and their respective levels), and excessive noise levels. 2.5 Special Features / Capabilities. Summarize any special system features or capabilities not contained herein that improve the overall ability of the system to detect trace explosives in a maritime environment. State whether the system has ability to detect other classes of chemical compounds or other distinguishing characteristics unique to explosives or other threats beyond those cited here. 2.6 Typical Environmental Conditions. If required, the system should use a standard U.S. electrical power supply of 110V AC / 220V AC @ 50-60 Hz. Ambient weather / climatic conditions are expected to: a) range from 0 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, b) range from 10 to 95% humidity, c) barometric pressure ranges from sea level to 3000 feet above sea level, and d) may contain saltwater spray, dust, or rain. 2.7 Training. Training should include an overall description of the technology/system and its operation, as well as hands-on experience using the system. Training session shall be no more than two hours in length. Special circumstances for time extensions will be considered. 3. Validated Test Results. Summary of vendor and / or third party certifications and / or documented results of vendor test targets, testing and test protocols (additional published technical documentation may be submitted separately). Place special emphasis on any environmental, ruggedization, or MIL-STD testing that has been completed. Each Submission shall be transmitted electronically to: robyn.moore@navy.mil
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- Place of Performance
- Address: NSWC IHEODTD, 2008 Stump Neck Rd, Indian Head, Maryland, 20640, United States
- Zip Code: 20640
- Zip Code: 20640
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