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Market Research for TSA-Approved Dual-View X-Ray Baggage Scanners at Tyndall AFB

The Department of the Air Force, 325th Contracting Squadron, is conducting market research for the procurement of TSA-approved, dual-view X-Ray Baggage Scanners for Tyndall Air Force Base. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, 325th Contracting Squadron (CONS), 325th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) - Place of performance and delivery: Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida - OEMs Highlighted: - Astrophysics, Inc. - Rapiscan Systems - Smiths Detection, Inc. - Leidos - Gilardoni S.p.A. - VMI Security - X-Ray Center (XRC) - Bruker - 1st Detect - CEIA USA - Products/Services Requested: - TSA-approved, semi-portable passenger baggage X-ray machines with dual or multi-view capability - Must meet specific size, weight, tunnel dimensions, and operational requirements - Features include automatic liquids detection, dual color monitors, high resolution sensor technology, image enhancement, and conveyor load capacity of 485 pounds - Includes entry/exit roller tables and personnel protection features - Training program for operators - Set-up and installation services - One-year warranty covering parts and labor - Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be listed on the TSA Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL) - Delivery and installation at Tyndall AFB - Training and warranty support included - Representative Qualified Products (examples from ACSTL): - Astrophysics XIS-100XDV (00-13-1XDV-21), XIS-1818DV (00-73-1XDV-11) - Rapiscan 620DV (2010009), 927DX (2010012), XR3D-15D (534307-109, Rev D and 535307-107, Rev F) - Smiths Detection 6040-2is (HS 6040-2is), 10080 EDX-2is (HS 10080 EDX-2is) - Leidos PX 18.18 MV 200kV (0125-10734-00) - Gilardoni FEP ME CARGO DV (05141105) - VMI Security Spectrum 180180DV (27.04.00389) - X-Ray Center XRC 180-180DV (XRC 180-180DV) - **No specific quantities or part numbers are provided in the solicitation; vendors are to propose compliant solutions.

Description

The Department of the Air Force, 325th Contracting Squadron (CONS), is seeking sources for contemplated The Department of the Air Force, 325th Contracting Squadron (CONS), is seeking sources for contemplated X-Ray Baggage Scanner in accordance with the DRAFT Salient Characteristics. 

DISCLAIMER: These request for information is for market research purposes only and IS NOT a request for quotation. The purpose of this notice is to conduct market research in accordance with Revolutionized FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 10 to determine the availability and capability of businesses to provide this commodity at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. Responses in any form are not offers and the Government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. Any information submitted by respondents is strictly voluntary. Contact with other than 325 CONS Government personnel by potential offerors or their employees regarding this project is prohibited.

The tentative solicitation issue date is to be determined. Any future solicitation will be made available on a unspecified platform determined by the Contracting Officer's discretion. Interested Parties are solely responsible for monitoring the aforementioned website for the release of a solicitation package and/or any updates and/or amendments.

NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (NAICS) CODE: The anticipated North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 561621, Security Systems Services (Except Locksmith), with the corresponding size standard of $25 million.

VENDOR RESPONSE/REQUIRED CAPABILITIES: It is requested that vendors respond to this Sources Sought notice with information in sufficient detail regarding their capabilities and capacity to satisfy the requirement. 

See the attached Draft Salient Characteristics and ACSTL for applicable details. A final Salient Characteristics document will be issued at the time of solicitation (Date: TBD). Potential offerors are encouraged to provide feedback on the Draft Salient Characteristics and ACSTL content. The government may not respond to or publish comments, resulting actions, changes, etc.; however, the draft Salient Characteristics and ACSTL may or may not be revised based on feedback provided. Potential offerors are cautioned that proposals must be based on a actual RFQ, if posted, and not posted draft documents.

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