SINGLE PLY CUTTING MACHINE
ID: W51AA125Q0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW0ML USA DEP TOBYHANNATOBYHANNA, PA, 18466-5079, USA

NAICS

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY (3695)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/84422eb05cd245d1abcd8535a3ba9bab/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Tobyhanna Army Depot, is seeking proposals for the acquisition of a brand-new single-ply cutting machine from Eastman Machine Company. The procurement requires a machine that meets specific functional criteria, including a minimum cutting speed of 60 inches per second and a cutting area of at least 72” by 144”, along with the removal of an existing multi-ply cutting machine and training for depot personnel. This equipment is critical for the Equipage Branch's fabric and material processing operations, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with government standards. Interested offerors must submit their bids by 12:00 PM on November 6, 2024, and can contact Melissa Hoffman at melissa.hoffman4.civ@army.mil or by phone at 570-615-8742 for further information.

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    MELISSA HOFFMAN
    (570) 615-8742
    melissa.hoffman4.civ@army.mil
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    Redacted Brand Name Form-SinglePlyCuttingMach-signed - Copy_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a memorandum from the Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground concerning a sole-source procurement for an Eastman Machine Co. Eagle C135 Single-Ply Cutting Machine. This acquisition is classified as a follow-on requirement under the federal simplified acquisition threshold, with an urgency for replacing an outdated Gerber Technology machine. The proposed contract will operate on a firm-fixed-price basis, with the machine valued as critical for the Equipage Branch's various fabric and material processing operations. Market research indicated that no other manufacturers provide a similar cutting machine with the necessary combination of advanced features. The document cites FAR regulations justifying the limited competition due to urgency and brand name necessity. The technical certification and contracting officer's approval affirm that this justification serves the government's best interests. The procurement aims to maintain operational efficiency in support of manufacturing and repair efforts while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
    SOLICITATION W51AA125Q0003.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Tobyhanna Army Depot for the acquisition of a new single-ply cutting machine from Eastman Machine Company. The proposal emphasizes the need for a brand-new machine capable of meeting specific functional requirements, including a minimum cutting speed of 60 inches per second and a cutting area of at least 72” by 144”. The contractor must conduct the removal of the existing multi-ply cutting machine, install the new equipment, and provide training for depot personnel within stipulated timeframes. Key components of the RFP include safety features, warranty requirements, delivery expectations, and compliance with relevant government standards and cybersecurity regulations. The government reserves the right to consider factors beyond price and delivery time, aiming for the best value for the procurement. Offerors are expected to submit complete bids by 12:00 PM on November 6, 2024. This solicitation illustrates the federal government's approach to ensuring high standards in procurement, particularly in critical manufacturing equipment operations.
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