SOURCES SOUGHT
A -- REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - FABRICATING BALLISTIC HELMETS USING AUTOMATIC FIBER PLACEMENT METHODS
- Notice Date
- 9/21/2015
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541712
— Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Contracting Office
- ACC-APG - Natick (SPS), ATTN: AMSRD-ACC-N, Natick Contracting Division (R and BaseOPS), Building 1, Kansas Street, Natick, MA 01760-5011
- ZIP Code
- 01760-5011
- Solicitation Number
- W911QY15XXX63
- Response Due
- 10/2/2015
- Archive Date
- 11/20/2015
- Point of Contact
- Darlene Rideout, (508) 233-4112
- E-Mail Address
-
ACC-APG - Natick (SPS)
(darlene.l.rideout.civ@mail.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- SYNOPSIS This is a sources sought notice only. The Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC) is issuing a sources sought notice to identify any potential sources for developing and demonstrating methods to fabricate ballistic helmets using automated fiber placement (AFP) methods. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. Responses are encouraged from all sources who can fulfill the needs described below. DESCRIPTION The Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC) is issuing a sources sought notice to identify any potential sources for developing and demonstrating methods to fabricate ballistic helmets using automated fiber placement (AFP) methods. A preferred feedstock is unidirectional tape comprised of Ultra-high Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibers in a Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) matrix. Helmets made this way may or may not require a subsequent consolidation process step. It is highly desirable that the process eliminates the need for a subsequent consolidation step. Alternate feedstock materials may also be investigated with approval from the Government. Parallel to helmet fabrication methods development, flat panels will also be made using the same methods, for use in testing by the Government. Prototype helmet and flat panel specimens will be delivered to the Government for testing. The contractor will also be expected to perform mechanical testing on various fabricated material specimens in order to characterize their mechanical integrity, and to document methods used and results in reports to the Government. The contractor will be responsible for supplying all materials, labor, and equipment. Further information about the scope and nature of the desired work may be provided to qualified responders at a later time. RESPONSES All interested parties, regardless of size, are encouraged to respond to this request for information. Information submissions should include descriptions of available technology, product literature, and relevant company background/experience. Responses should include information on how they might address the stated needs. All information is to be submitted via email (10MB limit) at no cost or obligation to the Government; information provided will not be returned. Responses shall also include the size of the business entity, large or small. The Government will accept written questions by email. This is a Sources Sought Announcement and submission of information will be used for information and planning purposes only. The Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this notice. This notice is open to all business concerns. Submissions must be received by 2 Oct 2015. Responses to this notice should be directed to Jason Parker via email (contact information below). This sources sought notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute an Invitation for Bid (IFB) or a Request for Proposal (RFP) and is not to be taken as a future commitment by NSRDEC. All respondents shall include all of the information listed below in the response email: 1. Company name and solicitation number in the email subject line. 2. Company address, telephone number, primary contacts with email addresses. 3. If applicable, product detailed descriptions and how it addresses our needs. This can also include current or past performance of providing these products to the Government. 4. Estimated cost, delivery schedule, and any anticipated discounts. 5. If applicable, a GSA schedule. 6. All assumptions, including any assumed Government support. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND THERE IS NO SOLICITATION ISSUED FOR THIS. Interested sources must reply no later than 2 Oct 2015. No telephonic submissions will be honored. All information shall be submitted at no cost or obligation to the government Mr. Jason Parker, Research Mechanical Engineer, Ballistics and Blast Science Team, Natick Soldier Systems Center, 10 General Greene Avenue, Natick, MA 01760 or via email at jason.c.parker3.civ@mail.mil. All questions should be addressed to Mr. Parker.
- Web Link
-
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- Place of Performance
- Address: ACC-APG - Natick (SPS) ATTN: AMSRD-ACC-N, Natick Contracting Division (R and BaseOPS), Building 1, Kansas Street Natick MA
- Zip Code: 01760-5011
- Zip Code: 01760-5011
- Record
- SN03897110-W 20150923/150922000435-b5c432be3f1340a4daff2a0fdd6bb980 (fbodaily.com)
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