ContractSources Sought

LCM 3D Printer

DEPT OF DEFENSE• N6893626R0009

Response Deadline

Dec 17, 2025

Deadline passed

Days Remaining

Closed

Set-Aside

Full & Open

Notice Type

Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center (NAWCWD) China Lake, is seeking sources for a Lithography-Based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) Multi-Material 3D Printer to enhance its capabilities in ceramic-based composite materials research and development. This procurement aims to support the design and characterization of advanced composite materials, particularly for applications such as hypersonic radomes, by enabling high geometric complexity and layer-by-layer control in the manufacturing process. The printer system must include a standalone unit with dual vats for multi-material printing, an integrated LED light source, and a separate cleaning station, along with robust safety measures and comprehensive contractor support for installation and training. Interested firms should submit a capability statement to the Contracting Office by the specified deadline, referencing the solicitation number, and can contact Kyle Hedman or Luke S. Kelley for further information.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code

333248

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

PSC Code

3695

MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY

Solicitation Documents

1 Files

Statement of Work.docx

Word•41 KB•12/2/2025

AI Summary

NAWCWD China Lake's Composites Engineering Laboratory seeks a Lithography-Based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) Multi-Material 3D Printer to advance ceramic-based composite materials research and development. This acquisition, detailed in the Performance Work Statement, will support novel material R&D, particularly for hypersonic radomes, by enabling the design and characterization of new composite materials with high geometric complexity and layer-by-layer control. The printer system must include a standalone printer with specific build volume, dual vats for multi-material printing, and an integrated LED light source. A separate cleaning station, designed for safe handling and cleaning of green parts, and options for thermal post-processing equipment (ovens and furnaces) are also required. Key technical performance parameters include compatibility with various ceramic powders, multi-material printing capabilities (ceramic/ceramic, ceramic/polymer, ceramic/metal), automated cleaning between material changes, and high resolution. The system must also feature robust safety measures, comprehensive contractor support for installation, training, and warranty, and an open system platform without recurring licensing fees to facilitate research. Deliverables include the machine, manuals, training, and installation within seven months. The government will provide necessary utilities.