Award
Purchase Order #1232SA26P0658
Purchase Order for Flexible Film Materials Testing System
Buyer
Agricultural Research Service
Award Amount
$90,671.00
Ceiling
$90,671.00
Awarded
September 03, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 03, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026
Identifier
1232SA26P0658
NAICS
334516
This contract is a purchase order awarded to Illinois Tool Works Inc., a company known for its industrial equipment and tools, particularly relevant to material testing technologies. The contract involves procuring a Flexible Film Materials Testing System, specifically the Instron Model 34TM-5, which is essential for evaluating the properties of flexible films. This system’s acquisition is significant for enhancing the agency’s capability to conduct precise material analyses, likely supporting quality assurance and research efforts. The scope of work covers delivery and possibly installation or setup of the testing system at the designated location in Norwood, Massachusetts. Awarded through a purchase order process, this contract reflects a direct procurement likely aimed at meeting a specific, immediate testing need without competitive bidding due to the specialized nature of the equipment. The contract’s timeline spans shortly over three months, beginning in early September and concluding by mid-December, indicating a focused and timely fulfillment schedule.
Description
FLEXIBLE FILM MATERIALS TESTING SYSTEM - INSTRON MODEL 34TM-5