Description
The U.S. Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center Southeast is procuring a dedicated Hydrogen Embrittlement Load Frame system to support material‑testing in compliance with ASTM F519. The purchase is a sole‑source award to Laboratory Testing LLC (Assured Testing Services) and includes delivery, installation, and associated tooling to Jacksonville, Florida, with a required delivery date of 18 Feb 2027. This equipment will enable static and incremental step‑load testing of Type 1a.1 bars for critical aerospace and naval components.
• Complete “HE Proof 200 – XL” hydrogen‑embrittlement testing frame (minimum 10,000 lbf capacity) with integrated PLC, HMI, and data‑logging.
• Includes shipping, handling, and pre‑installed tooling for up to four simultaneous load strings.
• Must meet ASTM F519 requirements, include safety interlocks, and be delivered to DoDAAC N65886 (Jacksonville, FL).
• Small‑business set‑aside (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, EDWOSB); firm‑fixed‑price contract; payment via WAWF.