Opportunity
SAM #N00174-26-SIMACQ-10-0047
NSWC Indian Head seeks Instron system retrofits, environmental chambers, extensometers, and related upgrades
Buyer
NSWC Indian Head
Posted
June 29, 2026
Respond By
July 14, 2026
Identifier
N00174-26-SIMACQ-10-0047
NAICS
333999, 811219, 334519, 334515
NSWC Indian Head Division, under the Department of the Navy, is seeking sources for a comprehensive upgrade and replacement of mechanical testing equipment in its Mechanical Props Suite. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) - OEM Highlight: - Instron is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer for all major equipment and software - Products Requested: - Five (5) Instron 6800 Series Electro-Mechanical (EM) system retrofit packages (including motor, power amplifier, control electronics, data acquisition, software, and TAA-compliant PC) - Five (5) 3119-600 Series compatible environmental chambers (matching existing dimensions and power requirements) - Five (5) AVE3 video extensometers (each with 16mm and 6mm focal length lenses) - One (1) Torsion Add-On Kit 3.0 (for System ID 5967S2737) - One (1) Hydraulic Power Unit (must meet/exceed 6.4 GPM at 3000 psi, 460V 60Hz 3-phase) - One (1) Closed-loop Chiller for Hydraulic Pump (for continuous operation) - One (1) Remote Start/Stop Kit for Hydraulic Pump - Five (5) Bluehill Universal Software licenses (latest version) - One (1) Bluehill Central Software license (for central database connectivity) - Services Requested: - On-site installation, verification, and commissioning of all equipment by factory-trained technicians - Basic user training for all personnel post-installation - Optional lifetime support plan for installed equipment - Notable Requirements: - All installation and commissioning must be performed by factory-trained technicians - Equipment must be compatible with existing infrastructure and meet/exceed current performance specifications - Capability statements must demonstrate experience with similar Instron system retrofits and installations
Description
This is a Sources Sought Synopsis. This synopsis neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisition approach. This synopsis should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any input as a result of this market survey. The U.S. Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this survey. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published. No award will be made because of this market survey.
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head (NSWC IHD) is looking to procure the following InStron system items:
6800 Series Instron EM system retrofit package for System ID 5965U4687 6800 Series Instron EM system retrofit package for System ID 5966U4688 6800 Series Instron EM system retrofit package for System ID 5966U4689 6800 Series Instron EM system retrofit package for System ID 5985U469 6800 Series Instron EM system retrofit package for System ID 5967S2737 On-site installation, verification, and training for (5) retrofits, (5) environmental chambers, and (5) AVE3s AVE3 Video Extensometer 3119-606 Series Chambers 3119-610 Series Chamber 3621-002 Hydraulic Power Unit CP139996 Closed-Loop Water Chiller CP141000 Remote Start/Stop System On-site installation and commissioning for Hydraulic Power Unit, Chiller, and Start/Stop system Torsion Add On 3.0 for System ID 5967S2737
Please see the attached draft Statement of Work for required tasking.
It is requested that interested businesses submit a brief capabilities statement (no more than 10 pages in length, 12-point font minimum) demonstrating ability to perform the services listed above. This documentation should address prior/current experience performing efforts of a similar size and scope within the last 3 years, including contract number, organization support and indication of whether as a prime or subcontractor. If company is a small business, documentation must also address company’s ability to perform at least 50% of the work.
All responses must include the following information: Company Name; Company Address; Company Business Size; Taxpayer Identification number; DUNS number; CAGE code; and Point-of-Contact (POC) name, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address.