Plasma Cutting Machine
ID: 24-25-2001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517)

PSC

GAS WELDING, HEAT CUTTING, AND METALIZING EQUIPMENT (3433)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/92fcc6376b3449bfb7202b6058cd0142/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking sources for a Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Plasma Cutting Machine to be delivered and installed at the Ship Repair Facility (SRF) in Yokosuka, Japan. The procurement requires a turn-key solution that includes the machine itself, technical data, delivery, installation, and comprehensive training for operators and maintenance personnel, adhering to various federal and Japanese industrial standards. This machine is critical for enhancing the capabilities of the U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility, ensuring efficient and precise metal cutting operations. Interested vendors should submit their capabilities and comments on the draft statement of work by emailing AVN IPE Market Research at AVNIPEMarketResearch@dla.mil, with responses due by the closing date listed on SAM.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christopher Bara
    avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil
    Files
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    386_SOW.pdf
    This government solicitation outlines the minimum requirements for a new CNC plasma cutting machine to be delivered and installed at SRF-JRMC Yokosuka, Shop X-11, Japan. The machine must be a current commercially available model, adhere to various federal, military, and non-government standards (OSHA, EPA, ANSI, ASME, ISO, NEMA, NFPA, JEAC, JEGS), and comply with Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS). Key requirements include safety features, environmental protection, specific construction details, and components such as a plasma arc cutting system, a five-axis torch, a dust collector, a CAD station, and a coolant system. The document also specifies performance metrics for cutting capacity, speed, and accuracy, along with requirements for technical data, installation, training, and quality assurance inspections.
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    Plasma Cutting Machine
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