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NASA Sole Source Procurement of Anton Paar TRB3 Tribometer System

NASA Langley Research Center is seeking to procure an Anton Paar TRB3 Tribometer system via a sole source acquisition from Anton Paar USA, Inc. - Procurement is for specialized tribology research equipment to support the Advanced Materials & Processing Branch - Main items requested: - TRB3 Tribometer Base (Qty: 1, Part Number: 184071/90248000) - Linear Module with Sample Holder for TRB3 (Qty: 1, Part Number: 184188/90249000) - Rotating Sample Holder for TRB3 (Qty: 1, Part Number: 184187/90249000) - The TRB3 Tribometer features dual friction-force sensors, real-time thermal-drift correction, environmental monitoring, ASTM/DIN compliance, advanced software, and modular design - Sole source justification: Anton Paar is the only manufacturer and authorized U.S. supplier, ensuring compatibility with existing NASA equipment and consistent data quality - NAICS code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) - Interested parties may submit qualifications by August 7, 2026, for potential competition evaluation - Estimated delivery is 30 days after receipt of order (ARO) - No additional services are requested; procurement is strictly for equipment

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** THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE REQUIREMENT ** for Anton Paar Tribometer

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