SHOCK DATA RECORDER AND ACCELEROMETERS

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains vendor questions and government answers related to the MICC-FH-033557 SHOCK DATA RECORDER AND ACCELEROMETERS opportunity, provided via two amendments.

• Contract Type: This is a NEW contract, not a continuation of previous services.
• Aircraft Control: The requirements are NOT aircraft control related.
• IP67 Requirement: The IP67 rating is required and considered extremely critical due to environmental factors.
• 9xGPS: The 9xGPS device does NOT meet the salient characteristics.
• Shock Requirement: The shock requirement for the DAS system is 500G's (not 50G's).
• Housing Size: The housing size requirement is equal to or smaller than 2" x 2" x 2".
• Destination FOB: The destination FOB is Fort Bragg, North Carolina, NOT Fort Hood, TX.

Vendors must ensure their proposed solutions meet the clarified requirements, particularly regarding the IP67 rating, shock resistance, housing size, and the correct destination FOB. The clarification confirms this is a new contract and that certain previously inquired about components (9xGPS) are not acceptable.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the MICC-FH-033557 SHOCK DATA RECORDER AND ACCELEROMETERS opportunity.

• Contract Status: This is a NEW contract; there is no incumbent performing these services.
• Aircraft Control Relation: The requirement is NOT aircraft control related.
• IP67 Requirement: The IP67 rating is required and considered extremely critical, with mandatory compliance due to environmental usage factors.
• Past Awards: As this is a new contract, there is no history of previous awards or awarded vendors for these specific characteristics.

No specific impacts on solicitation requirements, due dates, or submission rules were mentioned in relation to these answers.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial supplies, specifically test instrumentation sensors for data recording that measure impact shock and vibration forces exerted during Aerial Delivery (AD). New items/equipment only will be accepted; no refurbished or used items.

• Data Acquisition System (DAS): Must meet specific minimums including housing size (<= 2"x2"x2"), shock rating (>= 500g), sample rate (>= 10,000Hz), programmable sampling rates, synchronization options, ability to measure shock, angular rate, barometric pressure, and GPS positional data, time-sync capability for 4 DAQs, standalone recorder function, real-time streaming, and NIST calibration traceability.

• DAS 6 Ch Sensor (51S-MCS-16) Cable Assy (2ft): Three-channel output adapters for piezoresistive accelerometers, 2ft cable length. Quantity includes initial benchstock.

• 3ch Sensor Extension Cable, 15ft: Extension cables between accelerometers and adapters, 10-25ft length. Quantity includes initial benchstock.

• Triaxial Piezoresistive Accelerometer (7in cable): Piezoresistive accelerometer with NIST traceability for shock, IP67 rated, 7" cable, specific excitation voltage range, thru-hole mounting, calibratable with DAQ. Quantity includes initial benchstock.

• DS-4 Rack: Ability to download a minimum of 4 DAQs simultaneously.

• Interface Device Cable Kit: Modules for DAQ to computer interface via ethernet, power supply, connectors/cables for IRIG, GPS, and daisy chaining DAQs. Quantity includes benchstock.

• Basis of award will be Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Delivery of items will be invoiced separately.

• Proposals must be submitted via email.

• Subject line must follow the format: SHOCK RECORDS - MICC-FH-033557 - (COMPANY NAME).

• Provide each item priced individually and total cost.

• Military Installation Access is required.

• Must be able to provide proper paperwork and identification to gain access.

• Please see Purchase Description for additional items and quantity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the salient characteristics and quantities for a purchase of data acquisition (DAQ) equipment, including accelerometers and related accessories. The government is procuring these items to fulfill specific measurement and recording needs.

• SLICE6 AIR: DAQ unit with specific housing size, shock rating, sample rate, synchronization capabilities, multiple sensor inputs (shock, angular rate, barometric pressure, GPS), standalone recording, real-time streaming, and NIST calibration traceability. Quantity: 36.
• Slice 6 AIR 6 Ch Sensor (51S - MCS-16) Cable Assy (2ft): Three-channel output adapter cable for piezoresistive accelerometers, connecting to the DAQ. Cable length 2 feet or less. Quantity: 42 (plus 15% for replacement parts).
• 3ch Sensor Extension Cable, 15ft: Extension cable for accelerometers, minimum 10 feet, maximum 25 feet. Quantity: 84 (plus 15% for replacement parts).
• Triaxial Piezoresistive Accelerometer (7in cable): Piezoresistive accelerometer with NIST traceability, IP67 rating, short cable (7" or less), specific excitation voltage range, and thru-hole mounting. Quantity: 84 (plus 15% for replacement parts).
• DS-4 Rack: Rack capable of downloading a minimum of 4 DAQs simultaneously. Quantity: 9.
• Interface Device Cable Kit: Kit for DAQ interfacing with a computer via Ethernet, including power supply and connectors for IRIG, GPS, and daisy-chaining DAQs. Quantity: 10 (plus one for benchstock).

This document focuses on technical specifications and quantities. Specific submission instructions, evaluation criteria, and deadlines are not detailed within this attachment and would likely be found in the main solicitation document.

No specific set-aside or eligibility requirements are mentioned in this document.

This document details the technical specifications and quantities for the items being procured. Bidders should ensure their proposed products meet all listed salient characteristics. Quantities include provisions for initial benchstock replacement parts.

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is issued by the U.S. Government to procure Shock Recorders and Accelerometers, which are electronic test and measurement instruments used for testing equipment involving motion, impact, acceleration, and distance. This procurement is intended to support the United States Army Operational Test Command (USAOTC) Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate (ABNSOTD). The government is seeking to determine if a small business set-aside is appropriate, contingent on at least two qualified small businesses expressing interest and demonstrating sufficient capability.

• Nature of Notice: This is a Sources Sought Notice ONLY and does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Proposal (RFP). It does not commit the government to a future contract.
• No Unsolicited Proposals: The government is not seeking quotes, bids, or proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals.
• No Reimbursement: The U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice.
• Anticipated NAICS Code: 334519, Electronic and Communication Equipment, with a size standard of 600 employees.
• Attachments: Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) are attached.

Interested parties are requested to submit a capabilities statement (limited to 5 pages) including:

• Firm name, point of contact, phone number, email address, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), CAGE code.

• Statement of small business status (including type/certifications) and relevant NAICS code.

• Interest in competing as a prime contractor or identifying subcontracting/teaming arrangements.

• Detailed information on previous experience with similar requirements (size, scope, complexity, timeframe, certifications).

• Information to determine commercial availability, including pricing, delivery schedules, terms, and warranties.

• Recommendations on how the Army can best structure contract requirements to facilitate small business competition.

• Identification of any actions that may unnecessarily restrict competition.

• Recommendations to improve the approach/specifications/draft PWS/PRS.

• Deadline: 02 January 2026 at 1300 Central Standard Time (CST).

• Submission Method: Email to Krista DuBose (krista.m.dubose.civ@army.mil) or Lucy Bonner (lucy.u.bonner.civ@army.mil).

• Correspondence Reference: MICC-FH-033557.

• Note: Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, submissions will not be acknowledged, and no feedback will be provided.

• The government is exploring a small business set-aside.

• All small businesses, including 8(a), Small Disadvantage Business, HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and Women-Owned Small Business concerns, are encouraged to identify their capabilities.