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Small, Radionuclide Identification Devices (RID) Solutions for Detecting Neutron and Gamma Radioisotopes Disclaimer: This is a Sources Sought Notice. This notice neither constitutes a Request for Prop... Small, Radionuclide Identification Devices (RID) Solutions for Detecting Neutron and Gamma Radioisotopes Disclaimer: This is a Sources Sought Notice. This notice neither constitutes a Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the Government from an ultimate acquisition approach. This notice should not be construed as a commitment by the Government for any purpose. Requests for solicitation will not receive a response. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any input as a result of this market survey. The U.S. Government is not obligated to notify respondents of the results of this survey. If a formal solicitation is generated at a later date, a solicitation notice will be published. No award will be made as a result of this market survey. Description: The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD), Contracts Department, Code 02 is seeking potential sources to conduct a technology readiness level assessment focusing on small, radionuclide identification devices (RID) capable of detecting neutron and gamma radioisotopes for use within the Department of Defense (DoD) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) end-user community. NSWC IHEODTD is requesting information with the intention of identifying technologies that could replace the FLIR identifiFINDER ULTRA+ by the end of FY20. This RFI seeks information on commercially available technology that could be directly applied, or readily integrated, to meet requirements. Submissions should fully explain technological features, capabilities, and performance. Commercial, non-developmental, and developmental systems may be included in the information provided. If the vendor does not have a current solution, but has a concept that could meet requirements, submit the concept to include the strategy, risks and challenges it would take to meet requirements. Technical Description Format: All interested sources shall respond by providing capability statements outlining technical specifications and a technical summary, along with cost and schedule impacts for the development of a new system or upgrades to an existing system to meet the stated requirements in the Performance Specification. The capability statement shall include the following information. •1. System picture, diagram, or line drawing. An image or notional image of the system, preferably a view that gives a fair representation of the system size. •2. Technology: Describe the technology proposed. Additionally, if a system currently exists, elaborate on modifications necessary to meet the stated requirements. •3. System Parameters: Identify those parameters/requirements that are an executable, that drive cost and schedule, and that are high risk (i.e. weight, operational time, frequency range, size, power, etc.) •4. Limitations/Hazards/Special Requirements: State any special limitations, hazards and/or special requirements such as power sources or operating temperatures and their respective characteristics. •5. Special Features/Capabilities: Summarize any special features or capabilities that will improve the overall effectiveness and performance of the system. Identify risk areas to any of these features or capabilities. •6. Narrative of System Employment Concepts. Include the conceptual mechanism by which the system accomplishes its functions and detailed employment of techniques/methods. •7. Include vendor assessment of Technology Readiness Level of system. •8. Rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost and schedule for the development of a new or modification of an existing system. Requirements: The system shall provide the operator a way to detect, quickly locate, measure, and identify the source of the radioactive materials in conformance with ANSI N24.34-2015. •· Radiation Type: Gamma & Neutron •· Energy Range: 10keV to 10 MeV •· Detector Resolution: <=4.5% •· Neutron Sensitivity: 6cps/nv •· Display: Color: •· Weight: Preferably under 3 lbs. •· Power: Battery Life of at least 8 hours Requested Information: The respondents shall provide the following information: Past performance in manufacturing of the requested or similar items. A description of technical and manufacturing capabilities as noted above. A description of facilities and testing capabilities. All interested sources shall provide a company brochure or list of specifications, organization name, address, a point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, business size, DUNS number, and CAGE Code. Contact Information Responses shall be provided via email no later than 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on 13 September 2019 to: 1). NSWC Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division Attn: Richard Bonilla, Electronics Engineer Stump Neck, Bldg. 2015 5951 TBN26 Road, Rm. 202 Indian Head, MD 20640 richard.bonilla@navy.mil Tel: (301) 744-5338 2) NSWC Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division Attn: Arnold Burr, Electronics Engineer Stump Neck, Bldg. 2015 5951 TBN26 Road, Rm. 202 Indian Head, MD 20640 arnold.burr@navy.mil. Tel: (301) 744-5130 3) NSWC Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division Attn: Scott Hepp, Project Manager Stump Neck, Bldg. 2015 5951 TBN26 Road, Rm. 202 Indian Head, MD 20640 scott.hepp@navy.mil Tel: (301) 744-5192 4) NSWC Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division Attn: Vanessa Brown, Contract Specialist 4081 N. Jackson Road, Bldg. 841 Indian Head, MD 20640-5116 vanessa.a.brown@navy.mil Tel: (301) 744-2600 Large files need to be compressed using WinZip (http://www.winzip.com).