This Call for solutions is for Shipboard Isolation Systems (SIS)

The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), Natick Contracting Division (NCD) is seeking solutions for Shipboard Isolation Systems (SIS) to mitigate, contain, and prevent the spread of communicable diseases. The SIS will provide a capability to temporarily isolate or quarantine personnel on a shipboard ICU bed or Acute Care Ward bed. The system should maintain negative pressure, provide a physical barrier between medical providers and patients, and allow for the quick and secure delivery of food, materials, and waste removal. The contractor will deliver 15 prototype systems for Phase I testing within 90 days of award, and up to two vendors will be selected for Phase II testing. • The system must meet key performance parameters, including operational size, weight, storage container size, and negative pressure differential. • The system should have a consistent negative pressure differential, provide directional airflow, and prevent the passage of particles from inside the containment system to outside. • The system must meet regulatory compliance requirements to obtain FDA marketing authorization. • The contractor will provide a table form with data rights assertions for all technical data and computer software provided to the Government. • The Government intends to make up to three prototype awards under Title 10 Section 4022 based on availability of Government funding.