Notice of Intent - Sole Source - Stratasys
ID: N0016724Q0273Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CARDEROCKBETHESDA, MD, 20817-5700, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- OFFICE SUPPLIES AND DEVICES (J075)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/08a95c770b424043865ec3da0278b913/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD), intends to procure maintenance services for the Stratasys Objet500 Connex3 3D printer on a sole-source basis from Stratasys. This procurement is essential for the continued operation of the printer, which is critical for hydrodynamics testing and is expected to be heavily utilized over the next four years. The maintenance contract, known as "Emerald Care™," includes comprehensive support services such as phone assistance, on-site visits, preventative maintenance, parts replacement, and software updates, ensuring the printer remains operational and secure. Interested parties may submit their capabilities statements by September 18, 2024, and inquiries should be directed to Steven Besanko at steven.besanko@navy.mil or by phone at 301-312-3357.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steven Besanko
    (301) 312-3357
    steven.besanko@navy.mil
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    N0016724Q0273.pdf
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) requires maintenance for their Stratasys Objet500 Connex3 3D printer, necessitating a purchase order to Stratasys under a sole-source basis, due to their exclusive provision of the service package. This agreement, titled "Emerald Care™," is critical for the printer's operation, which supports hydrodynamics testing and is projected to be used extensively in the next four years. The scope of work includes phone support, on-site service visits, preventative maintenance, timely service scheduling, parts replacement, and software updates. Security measures are in place to protect sensitive operations related to the machine, which will not be removed from the site. The contract is anticipated to span twelve months with the option for further extensions. Responses to this solicitation are not competitive proposals, but interested parties may submit their qualifications by September 18, 2024. Questions can be directed to the contact listed in the document. Overall, this initiative underscores the government’s commitment to maintaining operational readiness of essential equipment while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations.
    Sole Source Justification.docx
    The memorandum discusses the justification for a sole source acquisition by the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) for a 5-year maintenance contract for a classified 3D printer essential for model testing of critical components. According to FAR regulations, the memorandum asserts that only one source for this maintenance is available due to restrictive rights held by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Stratasys. The existing maintenance contract expires on September 14, 2024, necessitating timely renewal to avoid operational lapses that could jeopardize classified work. The OEM stipulates that maintenance services can only be provided by themselves, prohibiting third-party vendors, which further solidifies the need for a sole source justification. The proposed contract includes independent options for renewing the maintenance agreement up to five additional years, ensuring ongoing support for the printer, which is projected to be in heavy use for the next eight years. The justification underscores the critical security and operational requirements that mandate this procurement process, highlighting the OEM's exclusive status as the only viable vendor for this essential service.
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