The United States Coast Guard is seeking contractors interested in submitting proposals for the purchase of gas detection supplies in support of the USCG Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Program.

This is a sources sought survey announcement targeting companies that can provide all necessary supplies to support a 5 Gas analyzer which is required for USCG Gas Free Engineers. This analyzer has the capability to detect H2S, CO, O2, SO2, PH3, NH3,NO2, HCN, Cl2, ClO2, O3, and Combustibles in addition to volatile organic compounds. This analyzer monitors up to 5 hazards concurrently on the display screen and is water resistant.

Manufacturer: BW Technologies

The replacement part for this item is part number: M5PID-XWQY-R-P-D-Y-G-SGFE, GAMIC 5 Monitoring kit, that includes monitor and calibration kit. The repair parts, accessories, and consumable parts must be compatible with M5PID-XWQY-R-P-D-Y-G-SGFE and require the following

CG2-IB-100-34AL Calibration Gas for GAMIC 5 PID
M5PID-ES-1 Replacement electrode stack for PID sensor (M5)
SR-Q07 Replacement VOC PID sensor (M5)
RL-PID10.6 Replacement PID lamp (M5)
M5-SS Quad sensor screen filters
SP-PF-1 Sampler pump filter (M5)
DOCK2-2-1C1K-00-G MicroDock II station w/GasAlertMicro 5 Module

The 4-Gas Analyzer is used by USCG vessel boarding teams. This analyzer has the capability to detect H2S, CO, O2 and combustibles. This analyzer is water resistant and has the capability to monitor up to 4 hazards concurrently on the display screen.

Manufacturer: BW Technologies

The replacement part for this item is QT-XWHM-R-B-CG, GasAlertQuattro 4 Gas (%LEL,O2,H2S,CO) Rechargeable. The repair parts, accessories, and consumable parts must be compatible with Part # QT-XWHM-R-B-CG. The following repair parts, accessories and consumable parts are required:

CG-Q58-4 Calibration Gas for Quattro
Regulator 0.5 Gas Regulator
REG-DF-1 Gas Regulator
QT-BAT-R01B Rechargeable battery pack black
GA-PA-1-MC5 Multi-unit (5) power charging adaptor
QT-C01-MC5 Multi-unit (5) cradle charger
QT-BAT-A01B Alkaline battery pack black
DOCK2-2-1C1N-00-G MicroDock II station w/GasAlertQuattro Module
DOCK2-0-1C1N-00-G GasAlert Quattro Docking Module
DOCK2-0-1C1K-00-G M5 dock module (charging w/pwr supply)*
QT-SS Quad Sensor Screen
SR-W04-75C Replacement Combustible sensor for Quattro
SR-X10-C1 Replacement Oxygen Sensor for Quattro and M5
SR-H04-SC Replacement Hydrogen Sulfide sensor for Quattro
SR-M04-SC Replacement carbon Monoxide sensor for Quattro
XT-AG-1 Alligator clip replacement for Quattro
GA-USB1-IR USB cable for Quattro

The period of performance is anticipated for a base year plus four option years with an expected start date of 01 October 2013. The applicable North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) is 334513, Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables. The Small Business size standard is 500 employees. Note: A set-aside determination has not yet been made.
All responsible sources are requested to submit the following: Point of contact, address, phone number, fax number and e-mail address. Interested parties should submit a brief description of their capabilities to meet the requirements (ability to provide product for up to five years) along with identifying their business size. The business size shall include any applicable preference program (i.e. 8a, HUBZone, Disadvantaged, Service Disabled Veteran Owned, small business). Interested parties should provide proof of their capabilities to provide these products by providing a copy of their most recent price list. Responses are requested by 25 January 2013 and may be submitted via email to [email protected]. Please address all request, comments, and questions to Ms. Emely Hagins, Contracting Specialist, (510) 437-3057, fax (510) 437-3014.

THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS. This announcement is to gain industry information in the development of the acquisition plan and in no way obligates the government. No other sources sought notice will be provided. Competition and set-aside decisions shall be based on the results of this market research. No solicitation exists at this time; therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. This notice is for market research purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for information solicited