Purchase Order #12444526P0088

Purchase Order for Universal Test Machine to Support Wildland Fire Research

This award represents a purchase order contract to acquire a Universal Test Machine for the Wildland Fire Chemical Systems Laboratory. The contract recipient is Illinois Tool Works Inc, a company recognized for its industrial manufacturing expertise, which in this context is providing advanced testing equipment essential for evaluating non-metallic materials. The procurement of this machine is significant as it enhances the laboratory's capability to perform qualified product specification testing, thereby supporting improved material standards and safety in wildland fire management. The scope includes delivering a universal testing device tailored for rigorous specification assessments of lab materials. The contract was awarded through a standard purchasing process without indication of sole source procurement, signifying a routine acquisition. The performance period is a short-term engagement slated for completion within a few months, reflecting a focused timeline for equipment delivery and deployment. This contract directly contributes to advancing fire safety research infrastructure, benefiting the public sector and environmental management efforts.

Description

THIS REQUISITION WILL PURCHASE A UNIVERSAL TEST MACHINE FOR THE WILDLAND FIRE CHEMICAL SYSTEMS LABORATORY. THIS MACHINE WILL IMPROVE THE SPECIFICATION TESTING OF NON-METALLIC MATERIALS TESTED AS PART OF THE QUALIFIED PRODUCT SPECIFICATION TESTING FOR

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