NASA/LaRC has a requirement for 1 each Intelli-Torque Plasti-Corder Torque Rheometer. NASA/LaRC intends to purchase the items from C W Brabender. This equipment is designed to operate with an existing PL2000 Plasti-corder. C W Brabender is the Original Equipment Manufacturer for this equipment, and is the only known source. The Government intends to acquire a commercial item using FAR Part 12. Interested organizations may submit their capabilities and qualifications to perform the effort in writing to the identified point of contact not later than 4:30 p.m. local time on 03/25/2008. Such capabilities/qualifications will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed effort on a full and open competition basis, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. An Ombudsman has been appointed. See NASA Specific Note "B". Any referenced notes may be viewed at the following URLs linked below.

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