3D Printing Training
ID: PANMCC-25-P-0000033493Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT BLISSFORT BLISS, TX, 79916-6812, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c9500c6934244bde8255372a708dad24/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Mission Installation Contracting Command at Fort Bliss, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Advanced Manufacturing Training, focusing on 3D printing and related technologies. The training aims to enhance the skills of personnel from the 1st Armored Division, enabling them to design, manufacture, and qualify military components, thereby improving defense readiness and reducing lead times for critical parts. The contractor will conduct six classes annually, each lasting between 6 to 8 weeks, accommodating up to 10 students per class, with a curriculum covering various manufacturing topics including CAD applications, reverse engineering, and non-destructive testing. Interested parties must submit their responses by October 20, 2025, to SSG Jarrett Gillium and Melissa Garcia via the provided email addresses, as the government seeks to gather information for potential future solicitations.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SSG Jarrett Gillium
    jarrett.m.gillium.mil@army.mil
    Melissa Garcia
    melissa.e.garciaronquillo.civ@army.mil
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    PWS 3D Training V2.pdf
    This Performance Work Statement outlines the requirements for a non-personal service contract to provide Advanced Manufacturing for Defense Readiness Training near Fort Bliss, TX. The 1st Armored Division seeks this training to equip soldiers with knowledge and skills in current and future manufacturing methods, including CAD software, 3D printing (metal and plastic), CNC machining, and reverse engineering, to design, manufacture, and qualify military components. The contractor will conduct six 6-8 week classes annually for up to 10 students each, focusing on hands-on projects and specific manufacturing topics. Key requirements include a Quality Control Plan, adherence to OPSEC, and instructors with engineering backgrounds and hands-on experience in 3D printing and CNC machining. The government will provide materials and CAD files, while the contractor must provide facilities in El Paso, TX, and specialized 3D printing equipment. The contract is anticipated to be a firm-fixed type.
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    3D Printing Training
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