One (1) hydrogen furnace, associated parts, and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certification

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains a comprehensive list of clauses and provisions incorporated by reference into a solicitation or contract. It serves as an attachment to provide full text for these referenced items, ensuring offerors have access to all relevant contractual terms and conditions.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: Lists numerous FAR and DFARS clauses with their clause numbers, alteration/deviation numbers, titles, year/month of incorporation, and section.
• Clauses in Full Text: Provides the complete text for specific clauses, including:
  • 252.204-7017: Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation.
  • 252.204-7016: Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation.
  • 252.211-7003: Item Unique Identification and Valuation.
  • 252.225-7000: Buy American--Balance of Payments Program Certificate.
  • 52.219-28: Postaward Small Business Program Rerepresentation.
• Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference: References FAR 52.252-1 and DFARS 52.252-2, indicating that full text is available upon request or electronically.
• Authorized Deviations: Includes provisions for authorized deviations in provisions (52.252-5) and clauses (52.252-6).

This document is critical for bidders as it details all the legal and regulatory requirements that will govern the contract. Bidders must review the full text of relevant clauses and understand the implications of all incorporated provisions and clauses to accurately prepare their proposals and ensure compliance. Key areas of focus include:

• Representations regarding telecommunications equipment (252.204-7017, 252.204-7016).
• Requirements for item unique identification and valuation (252.211-7003).
• Compliance with Buy American and Balance of Payments Program (252.225-7000).
• Small business status representations (52.219-28).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides special instructions and information related to a solicitation. It details points of contact, contract type, inspection and acceptance procedures, tax exemption information, payment instructions, receiving room requirements, and various DFARS commercial clauses. Notably, it indicates an intent to solicit only one source, specifically Concepts & Methods Co., Inc., under the authority of 41 USC 1901(e), implemented by FAR Overhaul 12.102. However, the government will consider all proposals received by the closing date.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Inspection and Acceptance: To be performed at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) by an authorized Government Representative.

• Receiving Room: Truck shipments at ADELPHI LABORATORY CENTER are accepted at Building #102, Receiving Room, Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

• Payment Terms: Less than net thirty (30) days are unacceptable.

• Foreign Nationals: May be approved by local Foreign Disclosure Officers (FDOs) with appropriate work authorization documentation. Offerors expecting to employ foreign nationals must submit verifying documentation with their proposals.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Sole Source Intent: The government intends to solicit only one source (Concepts & Methods Co., Inc.) but will consider all proposals received by the closing date.

• Exceptions: Any exceptions or conditions to the solicitation must be set forth in a cover letter to the offeror's proposal.

• Full Quantities: No award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited; proposals for less than full quantities will be considered nonresponsive.

• Sole Source: The action is intended for sole source negotiation with Concepts & Methods Co., Inc., but competitive proposals will be considered.

• Points of Contact:

  • Contract Specialist: Stephen Oliver, (520) 672-9579, stephen.c.oliver7.civ@army.mil
  • Contracting Officer: Ariel Amey, (301) 758-7199, ariel.m.amey.civ@army.mil
  • Technical POC: TBD at time of Award.

• Tax Exemption: Exemption certificate number 30005004 for Maryland retail sales and use tax. Federal Tax ID: 53-0215803.

• Website: Adelphi Contracting Division website: http://www.arl.army.mil/www/default.cfm?page=509.

• DFARS Clauses: A list of selected DFARS clauses is provided, with checkboxes indicating inclusion. Key included clauses are 252.203-7000, 252.203-7002, 252.203-7005, 252.204-7017, 252.204-7018, 252.204-7022, 252.204-7024, 252.211-7003, 252.223-7008, 252.225-7000, 252.225-7001, 252.225-7012, 252.225-7055, 252.225-7056, 252.225-7060, 252.246-7008, 252.247-7023, and 252.232-7006, 252.232-7010.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, specifically seeking one (1) hydrogen furnace, associated parts, and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certification. The government intends to solicit only one source, Concepts & Methods Co., Inc., but will consider all proposals received by the closing date.

• Item: One (1) CAMCo Furnace, Model G-ATM-16TL Cold-wall Hydrogen Furnace.

• Key Features:

  • Dew point Monitor (Vaisala Model DMT143)
  • Survey Thermocouple (Type K, two-junction)
  • Heated Bubbler (for Wet Hydrogen operation)
  • NRTL Certification (Intertek)
  • Support Table (20-inch height, SS pull-out shelf)
  • IDEC MicroSmart FC6A Plus Control with 10-inch touch screen display
  • Ability to process Hydrogen or Argon
  • Minimum operating temperature of 1600 degrees Celsius.

• Additional Item: Shipping.

• Solicitation Number: W911QX26QA066

• NAICS Code: 333994 (Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing)

• Small Business Size Standard: 500 employees

• Delivery: Required within nine (9) months After Contract Award (ACA) to U.S. Army Research Laboratory, Adelphi, MD.

• FOB Point: Destination.

• Contract Financing: Not available.

• Response Date: 06 May 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

• Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Instructions: FAR 12.202, FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors – Commercial) applies. Refer to attached "Adelphi Special Instructions and Information_W911QX26QA066" and "Provisions and Clauses Full-Text Attachment_W911QX26QA066" documents.

• Set-Aside Code: N/A

• Sole Source Intent: Concepts & Methods Co., Inc. is the intended source, but competitive proposals will be considered.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) dated 20 April 2026.

• Contact: Stephen Oliver at stephen.c.oliver7.civ@army.mil for information.