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Torque Calibration System Upgrade 250 ft-lbf

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This is a request for information (RFI) / SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS. This request is not a solicitation (Request for Proposal or Request for Quotations) or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. Responses to this notice are not considered offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. The purpose of this request for information is in support of market research being conducted by the Air Force Metrology Calibration Program (AFMETCAL) to identify potential sources and gather information on current capabilities within the market. This synopsis is for planning purposes only and is NOT to be construed as a commitment by the Government nor will the Government pay for information solicited hereunder. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the responding party's expense. The level of security clearance and amount of foreign participation in this requirement has not been determined. All information received in response to this RFI that is marked PROPRIETARY will be handled accordingly. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable Government regulations. Proprietary information or trade secrets should be clearly identified. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company's capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.) Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged. Currently there are no funds available for this acquisition. The Air Force Metrology and Calibration Program is considering a purchase of a Snap-on TTC400, or equivalent, torque transducer for calibrating snap action, dial, beam, and digital type torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers, and pneumatic/electric torque tools. AFMETCAL is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing a new torque transducer that will replace the Air Force's current 250 lbf-ft capability that is a part of the Snap-on TTC250LT-M Torque Calibration System. The provided equipment must be capable of covering torque values from 5 lbf-in to 250 lbf-ft, without gaps, and shall have an accuracy of �0.5% of Reading, or better. Interested vendors should submit a brief capability statement including company information (DUNS, CAGE, business size), relevant experience, and rough order of magnitude pricing. The NAICS code assigned to this acquisition is 334515 with a size standard of 750 employees. The total estimated quantity is 76 units over 5 years. Reconditioned, reman…