34--Vertical Knee Milling Machine
ID: DOIRFBO250009Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONGRAND COULEE POWER OFFICEGRAND COULEE, WA, 99133, USA

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517)

PSC

MILLING MACHINES (3417)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fce90c6e528041bd97941a728ee74f19/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Reclamation's Grand Coulee Power Office, is seeking information on available vertical knee milling machines through a Sources Sought notice. The procurement aims to gather market insights on manual vertical knee mills that meet specific operational and technical specifications, including features such as a powered drawbar, digital readout, and integrated coolant and lubrication systems. This initiative is part of the government's strategic planning for potential future acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of these machines in supporting maintenance and operational tasks within the Bureau. Interested vendors are invited to submit their capabilities statements by 5:00 PM PT on February 13, 2025, to Danielle Eagle at deagle@usbr.gov, with the understanding that responses are voluntary and inquiries will not be acknowledged.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eagle, Danielle
    deagle@usbr.gov
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    B01_08_Vertical_Knee_Milling_Machine_Sources_Sought_1.docx
    This Sources Sought notice is issued by the government for market research purposes to evaluate available products that meet specific criteria for a manual vertical knee mill. The document outlines the required specifications, including operational parameters, physical dimensions, tooling compatibility, and various features such as a powered drawbar, digital readout, coolant system, lubrication system, and more. Additionally, it requests potential vendors to submit capabilities statements detailing their product offerings, company information, and certifications by 5:00 PM PT on February 13, 2025. The government emphasizes that responses are voluntary and that inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged. The notice serves as a strategic planning tool for a potential future acquisition, illustrating the government's intent to gather insights on market capabilities without committing to a contract at this stage. This notice falls within the broader context of government RFPs as it seeks to collect relevant data to inform procurement strategies.
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