San Dimas Tech and Development Center- Large Analog Displays

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.  Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1240LP26Q0158 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Large Display Mass Flow Meters. The Forest Service intends to purchase and integrate 45 each Laurels Electronics LT60FR analog-input to RS-232 output converters and 45 each Laurels Electronics M66-M232-MT2-MRDLV six-character, six-inch-tall LED serial display units for use at wildland firefighting airtanker bases. These devices will interface with mass-flow Coriolis meters used during loading operations to capture, convert, and display real-time retardant-weight information. The goal is to improve operational efficiency, ensure load accuracy, enhance flight safety, and support personnel situational awareness during air tanker loading operations.

USDA proposes to enter a new, limited source, brand-name only, firm fixed-price contract with the direct product supplier OR an authorized distributor of Laurel Electronics LLC. Products.

This acquisition  is set-aside for small business concerns.  The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334515- Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing.  The small business size standard is 750 employees.  This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.