Warner Robins ALC, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (WR-ALC/BC), Source Development, 180 Page Road, Robins AFB GA 31096-1600, Attn: Vivian McGhee (95M21)

42 -- CHEMICAL WARFARE GAS MASK TESTER Contact Vivian McGhee, Source Development Analyst, Robins AFB, GA 31098-1600, 912-926-7073. This is NOT a presolicitation notice to FAR Par 5, but a Market Survey to identify sources for a Chemical Warfare Gas Mask Tester. We are seeking a NONDEVELOPMENTAL ITEM (NDI) that can test the MCU-2A/P gas mask in the negative pressure mode with an appropriate submicron aerosol challenge; and provide an indication of protection factor (PF) for the mask under test with a lower limit of at least PF=10,000 with an audible alarm if mask does not meet PF as specified. The tester must be self calibrating. It should also provide a method of ``probing'' different areas on the mask to identify leak paths. The tester must be portable in nature and have the ability to be ready for operation within 15 minutes. It must also be operable within temperature extremes outside of standard room temperature and must be ``user friendly'' with minimum operational training. The surety test for each mask should be able to be accomplished within 2 minutes. Currently, we are interested in purchasing a small initial quantity of three (3) units with a POTENTIAL follow-on buy based on the user's requirement after a trial period. A solicitation does not exist at this time. This surety is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute and Invitation for Bid or Request for Proposal and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The extent of allowable foreign participation has not been determined. The Government reserves right to limit such participation subsequently. Potential sources capable of satisfying these requirements must demonstrate their interest in participating in this survey by providing the following documentation: Company Name, Complete Mailing Address, Phone/Fax Numbers, Cage Code, Point of Contact, Phone Number, Size of Business, Statement of Domestic of Foreign Ownership, and a copy of your DD Form 2345 - Military Critical Technical Data Agreement (if available). Interested sources must also provide documentation showing capabilities and experience (brochures, literature, tooling lists, quality programs, warranty programs, etc.) Failure to provide requested information may result in your company not being placed on the initial source list when/if a request generates. Large and small businesses are encouraged to participate. All responses must be in writing and received no later than thirty (30) days from the date of this publication. Questions or responses to this requirement may be addressed to Vivian S. McGhee, WR-ALC/BC (95M21) 180 Page Road, Robins AFB GA 31098-1600, Phone 912-926-7073, FAX 912-926-2929. (130)

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