66 -- INTEGRATING NEPHELOMETER

The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Admin. (NOAA)has a requirement for an integrating nephelometer, Model 3563 and a Model 3010-S condensation particle counter. This new nephelometer must be compatible in physical dimensions, electrical signals, computer interface, and performance specifications with the TSI Model 3563. Among the critical specifications, are operation at multiple wavelengths and over two different ranges of angular integration. The unit must fit into a 19 inch rack assembly with no change in the sample tubing layout and no changes in the electrical connections. It is the intent of the Government to award this procurement on a sole source basis under authority of 41 U.S.C.253(c)(1) with TSI, Incorporated of St Paul, MN. This procurement is being conducted per FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures (NTE $100,000). This synopsis is issued for information only. No competitive solicitation is planned. Information submitted in response to this notice will be used solely to determine whether or not use of competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement would be in the Government's best interest and must address qualifications pertinent to this requirement. These are the complete specifications and no RFQ is available. All technical questions shall be addressed to John Ogren of NOAA at 303 497-6210. Terms and Conditions and agency level protest procedures can be found on web site http://oamweb.osec.doc.gov/CONOPS/#REFERENCE.