Statement of Objectives

Statement of Objectives (SOO)
Fit Test Machine Replacement
Goodfellow AFB, TX

1. Purpose

The purpose of this acquisition is to procure five (5) PortaCount Model 8040 Fit Test Machines, inclusive of five-year extended warranties, to support organizational respiratory protection programs. This equipment is critical for conducting mandatory quantitative fit testing for personnel, ensuring operational readiness, and maintaining compliance with stringent occupational safety and health regulations.

2. Scope

The contractor shall provide all hardware, software, standard operational accessories, and comprehensive warranty coverage necessary to deliver five fully functional PortaCount Model 8040 units. The scope spans the initial delivery of the devices, out-of-the-box operational capability, and a sustained 5-year service agreement encompassing routine calibration and repair services.

3. Program Objectives

The overarching objectives of this procurement include: •

Equipment Standardization: Equip occupational health and safety personnel with reliable, industry-standard quantitative respirator fit testing systems to accurately measure fit factors across various mask types.

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Sustained Operational Readiness: Guarantee the long-term reliability, accuracy, and continuous availability of the fit test systems through a 5-year Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorized warranty.

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Regulatory Compliance: Enable the rapid and accurate fit testing of service members and personnel to meet OSHA and DoW respiratory protection standards.

4. Performance Objectives

The contractor shall meet the following specific performance requirements: •

Hardware Delivery
o Deliver five (5) new, unused PortaCount Model 8040 Fit Test Machines. Equipment must be the current production model and free of defects.

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Operational Accessories

o Provide all standard accessory kits required for immediate operation. This includes necessary twin tubing, zero filters, AC adapters, and data management software/licenses for test administration.
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Extended Warranty and Calibration
o Provide a comprehensive 5-year warranty for all five units. The warranty must cover all parts and labor for repairs due to normal use or manufacturing defects. It must also include annual factory calibration to maintain measurement accuracy.

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Technical Support
o Provide access to reach-back technical support for troubleshooting hardware and software issues throughout the duration of the 5-year warranty period.

5. Operating Constraints