Equipment Maintenance of Welding/Cutting Machines, Repair Service, NIST Calibration and Supply of Industrial Gases
ID: W91ZLK-24-R-0017Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG DIRABER PROV GRD, MD, 21005-3013, USA

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Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- METALWORKING MACHINERY (J034)
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    Combined Synopsis/Solicitation DEPT OF DEFENSE DEPT OF THE ARMY: Equipment Maintenance of Welding/Cutting Machines, Repair Service, NIST Calibration and Supply of Industrial Gases

    This federal procurement notice is for the equipment maintenance of welding/cutting machines, repair service, NIST calibration, and supply of industrial gases. The service is typically used for the preventive maintenance and repair of specified equipment at the Chemical Biological Center (CBC). The equipment is calibrated on-site annually to NIST standards during the preventative maintenance services. The place of performance is concentrated onsite at Building E4301, Gunpowder Maryland 21010. The procurement is open to all businesses under the NAICS Code 811310, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest price technically acceptable.

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    This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for equipment maintenance, repair service, NIST calibration, and supply of industrial gases. The government is seeking a firm-fixed-price contract for on-site preventive maintenance, repair, and calibration services for welding/cutting machines. The deadline for submitting proposals is May 6, 2024.
    The contractor is responsible for providing services, labor, documentation, repair parts, and maintenance supplies for welding and cutting machines at Aberdeen Proving Ground. They must also supply gases, safety equipment, manifolds, and gas handling equipment, as well as deliver a variety of welding and industrial gases on a weekly basis. The contract has a base year with two optional one-year extensions.
    The schedule of services includes preventative and emergency maintenance services for specified equipment, including calibration to NIST standards, unlimited on-site support, remedial maintenance, and emergency services. It also includes the delivery of welding and industrial gases on a weekly basis, with a maximum expenditure of $20,000. These services are divided into different time periods, with the option for renewal in subsequent years.
    This document contains multiple provisions related to government contracts for commercial items. The provisions cover various topics including representation regarding certain telecommunications and video surveillance services or equipment, subcontracting restrictions, compliance with laws and executive orders, and reporting requirements. Contractors must comply with these provisions when entering into government contracts.
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