Notice of Intent: Kistler Dynamometer System Upgrade

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to negotiate a firm-fixed priced purchase order on a sole source basis with Kistler Instrument Corporation for the procurement of a Kistler Dynamometer System Upgrade. The system will be utilized by the Engineering Laboratory (EL), Intelligent Systems Division at NIST Gaithersburg MD campus. The upgrade includes a Kistler 5167A hardware, a Kistler 5167A license, a Kistler 1677BA5 connecting cable, and a Kistler 1678A5 extension cable. The system must meet specific technical specifications, including compatibility with the existing Kistler dynamometer, digital communication, and measurement of cutting forces and moments. • The system must be delivered within 6 weeks after receipt of the order. • The contractor must provide a warranty for a minimum of 1 year after receipt and acceptance of the deliverable. • The payment schedule is 100% after installation and acceptance of the fully installed system. • The contractor must invoice in arrears according to the payment schedule.