Description
The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking a sole-source provider for pressure-sensitive tape. The required tape is 2 inches wide and 60 yards long, with a temperature range of -65 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. It must be coated with a silicone adhesive and have a strong, abrasion-resistant backing. The tape will be used in hot work areas and must be approved by C/106. The manufacturer must be 3M, and the tape must be marked with the manufacturer's name and part number.
* The tape must be able to withstand intermittent temperatures up to 550°F (288°C) or higher, depending on the type and duration of the heat source.
* The tape must have an adhesion to steel of 38 oz./in. width and a tensile strength of 146 lbs./in. width.
* The tape must have an elongation at break of 9% and a backing thickness of 5.0 mils.
* The tape must have a total tape thickness of 6.4 mils and a temperature use range of -65° to 450°F (-54° to 232°C).