Army Research Laboratory, Attn: AMSRL-CS-PR-AP, Abeerden Proving Grounds, MD 21005-5066

B -- MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION SOL W813LT-9048-6037 DUE 031999 POC Bonita Zander, Purchasing Agent, 410-278-6515 Jeanine Worthington, Contracting Officer, 410-278-6514 The contractor shall perform materials characterization which includes phase identification by x-ray diffraction, microstructure and substructure determination by scanning and transmission electron microscopy (including chemical analysis), and high strain-rate compressive strength and fracture toughness measurements using a modified Hopkinson bar apparatus. The statement of work shall include, but not be limited to, (1) Identification of phases by x-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy (back-scattered electron imaging and energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy); (2) Microstructure and substructure determination by scanning and transmission electron microscopy; (3) Quantitative/Semi-Quantitative determination of volume content of phases by x-ray diffraction and image analysis; (4) Dynamic fracture toughness and compressive strength determination; (5) Written report containing pertinent results (maximum 30 pages). Report must be written using MSWord version 6 or lower. High-quality digitally scanned imagaes are acceptable for the report. Three (3) hard copies and one electronic copy of the report shall be sent to the Technical POC. It is the intent of the Government to award a contract on a sole source basis to University of California, San Diego, LaJolla, CA pursuant to FAR 6.302-1. The proposed contract action is for materials characterization for which the government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within fifteen (15) days after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Quotes may be faxed to (410)278-6522. All responsible sources may submit a bid or proposal which will be considered by the Agency. No telephone requests will be honored. See Numbered Note(s):22 Posted 03/03/99 (W-SN304249). (0062)

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