Sources Sought for Quantity 466.00 kilograms (kg) of Spherical Tungsten Powder
ID: W911QX25Q0072Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG ADELPHIADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA

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All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing (325998)

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CHEMICALS (6810)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e37a0ef5641c4f239ef784b4507957ea/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Research Laboratory, is seeking sources for the procurement of 466 kilograms of Spherical Tungsten Powder, which is essential for operation on a GE ARCAM Ebeam additive manufacturing machine. The powder must meet stringent technical specifications, including a purity of at least 99.9% tungsten by mass, a maximum oxygen content of 0.03%, and specific particle size distribution parameters. This procurement is critical for advanced manufacturing processes, emphasizing the Army's interest in high-quality commercial products. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by 11:59 AM EST on March 18, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Andrea Minter at andrea.m.minter.civ@army.mil.

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    Andrea Minter
    (520) 691-5390
    andrea.m.minter.civ@army.mil
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    The Army Research Laboratory is soliciting proposals for the procurement of 466 kg of Spherical Tungsten Powder required for operation on a GE ARCAM Ebeam additive manufacturing machine. The powder must meet specific technical specifications, including a purity of at least 99.9% tungsten by mass, and a maximum oxygen content of 0.03%. Additionally, the particle size distribution must adhere to precise parameters, wherein no more than 1% can exceed 105 microns or fall below 37 microns, and over 80% must range between 44 and 88 microns. The material should be delivered to Aberdeen Proving Ground via FOB Destination. This request underscores the Army's interest in readily available commercial products that meet stringent quality demands for advanced manufacturing processes.
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