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66 -- POSITIONING SYSTEM SOL NB815010904118 DUE 060999 POC Michelle Bernal, Purchasing Agent, (303) 497-3983 or FAX (303) 497-3163 E-MAIL: NOAA; MASC Acquisition Management, Michelle.A.Bernal@noaa.gov. The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) proposes to negotiate on a sole source basis contract under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) with Rixan Associates, Inc, for a 6-axis positioning system. The specifications are as follows: 1) 6-axis vertically- articulated robotic arm. Each axis having absolute-reference optical encoders, servo motors with harmonic drives, adaptable for a pneumatic handset (end effector) or custom end effector. 2) Accuracy and repeatability: approximately plus or minus 0.01mm (translation) and plus or minus 0.01 degrees (rotation). 3) 4kg payload at full load/full extension, maximum speed 5800 mm/second at full load/full extension, reach 634 mm, workspace greater than 200 mm x 200 mm x 200 mm, maximum rotation greater than 45 degrees. 4) Machine envelope: height approximately 1 meter, diameter approximately 1.2 meters. 5) Controller: 20 inputs, 16 outputs, expandable to 60 inputs, 48 outputs, RS232 computer access, remote keypad (teach pendant) with =93deadman=94 switch. 6) Necessary cabling and electrical connections. 7) This product should be available =93off the shelf=94 (not custom). One year parts and = labor warranty. Comprehensive training (32 hours) for one operator. This procurement is being conducted per FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures. This synopsis is issued for information only. No competitive solicitation is planned. No award will be made on the basis of = requests in response to this notice. Information submitted in response to this notice will be used solely to determine whether or not use of competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement would be in the Government's best interest and must address qualifications pertinent to this requirement. Terms and Conditions and agency level protest procedures can be found on web site http: www.doc.gov/oam/conops/#REFERENCE. Hard copy in full text available from office address and phone number listed in notice. Anticipated award date will be May 10, 1999. Posted 05/24/99 (D-SN335073). (0144)

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