SPECIAL NOTICE
99 -- Market research for a commercially available device that measures and displays the recommended work/rest times and recommended hydration for individuals in chemical/biological protective gear.
- Notice Date
- 7/12/2006
- Notice Type
- Special Notice
- Contracting Office
- US Army Space and Missile Defense Command, Deputy Commander, ATTN SMDC-CM-AP, P.O. Box 1500, Huntsville, AL 35807-3801
- ZIP Code
- 35807-3801
- Solicitation Number
- USA-SNOTE-060712-009
- Archive Date
- 10/10/2006
- Description
- The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical and Biological Defense (JPEO-CBD) is researching the market for a device that provides in a self contained, self powered unit of less than one pound in weight, that will display the recommended work/re st times and recommended hydration for individuals in chemical/biological protective gear. The unit must display values that are based upon the units real time measurement of weather conditions and operator inputs of work severity and protective clothing level. The recommended times displayed must be identical to the Army Field Manual 3-11.4 NBC Protection Table C-2. The unit must be able to be operated by personnel wearing Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) Level IV protective equipment. Table C-2 is reproduced below. Work/Rest Cycles and Water Replacement Guidelines Summary from ARMY FM 3-11.4 Table C-2 Heat Category 1 WBGT 1, 2 Index 78-81.9(F) Light (Easy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = No limit / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Moderate Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = No limit / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Hard (Heavy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 40/20 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ? Heat Category 2 (Green) WBGT 1, 2 Index 82-84.9 (F) Light (Easy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = No limit / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Moderate Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 50/10 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Hard (Heavy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 30/30 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = 1 Heat Category 3 (Yellow) WBGT 1, 2 Index 85-87.9 (F) Light (Easy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = No limit / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Moderate Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 40/20 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Hard (Heavy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 30/30 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = 1 Heat Category 4 (Red) WBGT 1, 2 Index 88-89.9 (F) Light (Easy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = No limit / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Moderate Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 30/30 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = ?; Hard (Heavy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 20/40 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = 1 Heat Category 5 (Black) WBGT 1, 2 Index More than 90 (F) Light (Easy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 50/10 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = 1; Moderate Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 20/40 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = 1; Hard (Heavy) Work - Work/Rest4, 5 = 10/50 min / Water(Qt/hr) 3 = 1 WBGT Wet Bulb, Globe Temperature 1 Wearing all MOPP overgarments (MOPP4) adds 10? F to WBGT index. 2 If wearing body armor, add 5? F to WBGT in humid climates. 3 Hourly fluid intake should not exceed 1 ? quart, and daily fluid intake should not exceed 12 liters. 4 Rest means minimal physical activity (sitting or standing), accomplished in the shade if possible. The information pertains to acclimated service personnel. 5 The work/rest time and fluid replacement volumes will sustain performance and hydration for at least 4 hours of work in the specified heat category. Individual water needs will vary ?? qt/hr. 1 Wearing all MOPP overgarments (MOPP4) adds 10? F to WBGT index. 2 If wearing body armor, add 5? F to WBGT in humid climates. 3 Hourly fluid intake should not exceed 1 ? quart, and daily fluid intake should not exceed 12 liters. 4 Rest means minimal physical activity (sitting or standing), accomplished in the shade if possible. The information pertains to acclimated service personnel. 5 The work/rest time and fluid replacement volumes will sustain performance and hydration for at least 4 hours of work in the specified heat category. Individual water needs will vary ?? qt/hr. WBGT Wet Bulb, Globe Temperature The device must be delivered no later than September 1, 2006. Prospective contractors that are capable of meeting the aforementioned requirements should contact Mr. Larry Wakefield at (703) 681-9678, Special Assistant for External Affairs to arrange a date and time to discuss a specific product and its availability. All sources capable of meeting the requirements are strongly encouraged to reply to this request for market information. The JPEO-CBD will continue its re search through July 31, 2006 Beyond that date, sources may still provide product information, but it may not be considered for an award of the item needed by September 1, 2006.
- Web Link
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Joint Program Executive Office Chemical and Biological Defense
(http://www.jpeocbd.osd.mil)
- Record
- SN01087551-W 20060714/060712221156 (fbodaily.com)
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