Barrel Bore Straightness Scanning System per Watervliet Arsenal (WVA)
ID: W911PT26QA002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC WVAWATERVLIET, NY, 12189-4050, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e1c7262e92964d009ea607440c480495/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Watervliet Arsenal, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of a Novecam Cannon Barrel Bore Straightness Scanning System. This system is essential for ensuring the precision and quality of cannon barrel manufacturing processes, utilizing advanced interferometry technology for accurate measurements. The contract will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price purchase order, with quotes due by November 4, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time, and must include all required documentation to avoid rejection. Interested vendors should direct inquiries and submissions to Katja Fox at katja.fox.civ@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Katja Fox
    katja.fox.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    Attachment 0001- Statement of Work- Novacam Cannon Barrel Scanning System.pdf
    The Statement of Work outlines requirements for a Novacam Cannon Barrel Scanning System, a turnkey solution for manufacturing process technology. This system, based on interferometry for smooth, reflective surfaces, includes a Microcam-4D Interferometer, an 80mm probe assembly, and a wheeled Bore Rider for stable mounting within a 120mm bore. Key components are a 50 kHz interferometer, 100,000 samples/sec acquisition rate, and integrated Polyworks Inspector® software for analysis. Training for 2-3 engineers will be provided at Benet Laboratories for five days. The contractor is responsible for shipping, rigging, installation, and training, with delivery expected within eighteen weeks. The document also details extensive environmental compliance requirements, including adherence to federal, state, and local laws, green procurement, hazardous waste management (segregation, disposal, no on-site treatment), spill prevention, stormwater management, and pollution prevention. The contractor must appoint an Environmental Compliance Designee for contracts exceeding 180 days and ensure proper training for all personnel.
    Solicitation - W911PT26QA002 SAM.pdf
    This government solicitation, W911PT26QA002, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a sole-source procurement of one Novecam Cannon Barrel Bore Straightness Scanning System for the Watervliet Arsenal. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price purchase order. Offerors must submit complete quotes via email to katja.fox.civ@army.mil by November 4, 2025, 4:00 PM local time. Submissions must include a signed cover page, proposed price for CLIN 0001, and technical documentation for evaluation. Failure to provide all required information may lead to rejection. Award will be based on the lowest evaluated bid that meets all material requirements and responsibility criteria. The document outlines detailed delivery instructions, including mandatory appointments for commercial carriers and specific business hours, emphasizing the critical importance of on-time delivery and product quality. It also incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, addressing subcontracting limitations, electronic payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), item unique identification, and compliance with numerous federal statutes and executive orders regarding labor, environmental, and trade practices.
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