Soraluce FLP 4000 Universal Floor Type 6-Axis Milling Center outfitted with the Soraluce Dynamics Active Stabilizer Plus (DAS+) or equivalent 6-Axis Universal Floor Type Milling Center with active dampening system equivalent to the DAS+.
ID: 25-30-1000Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517)

PSC

MILLING MACHINES (3417)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/330842c9f151468b8c941fcb0f2aaeb1/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of supplying a Soraluce FLP 4000 Universal Floor Type 6-Axis Milling Center equipped with the Soraluce Dynamics Active Stabilizer Plus (DAS+) or an equivalent system. This procurement includes not only the milling center but also comprehensive turnkey services such as installation, removal of existing equipment, foundation work, shipping, tooling, training, and technical documentation. The equipment will be utilized at the Fleet Readiness Center-EAST in Cherry Point, North Carolina, highlighting its significance in supporting military readiness and operational capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities by emailing avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil, with responses due by the closing date of the SAM.gov posting, as this is a sources sought notice and not a formal solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christopher Bara
    avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil
    Files
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    Purchase Description.pdf
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    CNC Traveling Column Six (6) Axis Machining Center
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