SYNOPSIS: Concept Laser 3D Metal Printer QM Powder Sieve Station
Added: Apr 05, 2017 11:02 am SYNOPSIS: Concept Laser 3D Metal Printer QM Powder Sieve StationThis synopsis is issued in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1) and FAR 5.207. This proposed action is for the procurement of Concept Laser QM Powder Sieve Station. The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). This proposed procurement will be a sole source award under North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) 333511-Industrial Mold Manufacturing, with a size standard of 500 employees. PSC code: 3680- Foundry Machinery, Related Equipment and Supplies. Delivery Schedule: 8 weeks after receipt of order Delivery Destination: AFIT/ENYBldg 642, Room 2201, Area B 2950 Hobson Way,Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433Requirement:1. Concept Laser 3D Metal Printer QM Powder Sieve Station. The proposed source is Concept Laser Inc. 1000 Texan Trail Ste. 150 Grapevine. TX 76051-3780.This procurement will not be competed because Concept Laser is the only known source able to satisfy the government's following requirements with their 3D Metal Printer QM Powder Sieve Station: • Sieving of metal powders must be conducted in an inert environment (<2% Oxygen) with built-in safety controls to monitor oxygen levels, Argon Supply Pressure, etc• Sieve Screen Size - 63 and 100 micron screen kits• Material - The ability to process reactive and non-reactive metal powders• Sieve Rate - 100 kg of powder in 1 hour• Dimensions of sieving station ( W x D x H ) 1039mm x 1013mm x 1583mm• Must be easily disassembled for loading, cleaning, and repair of consumable components• Compatible to mount and hold Concept Laser Modular Powder Container for input and output• Machine directive 2006/42/EC• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC• ATEX directive 94/9/EC• Weight of sieving station - approx. 350 kg• Supply voltage 3 P/N/PE AC 400V, ±10%, 50Hz-60Hz• Machine connection 1x CEE plug, 400V 16A 6h, 4m cable• Inert gas (protective gas) Argon, 5 bar, max. 20 l/min• Storage and transport temperature -20 - +35°C• Function at ambient temperature +15 - +35°CThe Government will award a contract to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. Technical Capability and Price will be used to evaluate all offers.The Department of Defense (DoD) has determined the System for Award Management (SAM) to be the single point of DoD registration for contractors who conduct business or who are interested in conducting business with the government. Contractors must be registered in SAM prior to award for solicitations issued after 29 May 2012. You may contact SAM by telephone at 866-606-8220 or online at https://www.sam.gov. POC Information: Kyle HartlageAFLCMC/PZIOAA Building 11940 Allbrook Drive, Suite 3Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433 Telephone: 937-522-4527kyle.hartlage@us.af.milBe advised that all correspondence sent via e-mail shall contain a subject line that reads "Globus Medical TLIF Spinal Implant System." Note that e-mail filters at Wright-Patterson AFB are designed to filter e-mails without subject lines or with suspicious subject lines or contents (i.e., .exe, or .zip files). Therefore, if this subject line is not included, the e-mail may not get tough the e-mail filters. Also be advised that .zip or .exe files are not allowable attachments and may be deleted by the e-mail filters at Wright-Patterson AFB. If sending attachments with e-mail ensure only .PDF, .doc, or .xls documents are sent. The e-mail filter may delete any other form of attachments.
FA8601-17-T-0134 Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center Wright Patterson Air Force Base
4/5/17, 11:02 AM 3D METAL PRINTING SIEVE STATION SOURCES SOUGHT
Added: Mar 24, 2017 3:16 pm 3D METAL PRINTING SIEVE STATION SOURCES SOUGHTThe Government is conducting market research and identifying, as potential sources, companies that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet the requirements as specified in the Program Description below.CAUTION: This Sources Sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes. In accordance with Part 10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, the U.S. Government is conducting market research. The intended purpose is to identify potential sources that may possess the expertise, capabilities, and experience to meet Air Force Institute of Technology's requirement. It does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. Furthermore, AFIT/ENY is not at this time seeking proposals, and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Responders are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this sources sought. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All costs associated with responding to this sources sought will be solely at the responding party's expense. Not responding to this sources sought does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor this FedBizOpps website for additional information pertaining to this source sought.INSTRUCTIONS:1. Below is a document containing a description of the requirement and a Contractor Capability Survey, which allows you to provide your company's capabilities.2. If, after reviewing these documents, you desire to participate in the market research, you should provide documentation that supports your company's capability in meeting these requirements. Failure to provide documentation may result in the government being unable to adequately assess your capabilities. If you lack sufficient experience in a particular area, please provide details explaining how you would overcome the lack of experience/capabilities in order to perform that portion of the requirement (i.e., teaming, subcontracting, etc.).3. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this Market Research. Joint ventures or teaming arrangements are encouraged.4. Questions relative to this market survey should be addressed via email to Kyle Hartlage (AFLCMC/PZIOA), kyle.hartlage@us.af.mil no later than 12:00 pm EST on 30 March 2017. Verbal questions will NOT be accepted.PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThe Air Force Institute of Technology's Aero and Astro Department requires one (1) proprietary Concept Laser QM Powder Sieve Station. This system is required to complement a Concept Laser 3D Metal Printer. REQUIREMENTSSystem Functionality:This powder sieve station must be designed for the automatic sieving of reactive and non-reactive metal powders sized from 10-45 um. This system must have hardware specific interfaces to properly hold and interface to proprietary Concept Laser Powder Containers. This powder sieve station system is required to complement a Concept Laser 3D Metal Printer. This includes mounts to hold the powder containers, safety interlock mechanisms, tri-clamp hoses and interfaces. The Sieve process should be automatic and monitor the oxygen content of the sieving chamber at all times.System Specifics:• Sieving of metal powders must be conducted in an inert environment (<2% Oxygen) with built-in safety controls to monitor oxygen levels, Argon Supply Pressure, etc• Sieve Screen Size - 63 and 100 micron screen kits• Material - The ability to process reactive and non-reactive metal powders• Sieve Rate - 100 kg of powder in 1 hour• Dimensions of sieving station ( W x D x H ) 1039mm x 1013mm x 1583mm• Must be easily disassembled for loading, cleaning, and repair of consumable components• Compatible to mount and hold Concept Laser Modular Powder Container for input and outputConformance Requirements:The sieve station must conform to the requirements of the following directives:• Machine directive 2006/42/EC• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC• ATEX directive 94/9/ECThe sieve station must conform to standards:*EN ISO 12100-1:2003 Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design - Part 1: Basic terminology, methodology (ISO 12100-1:2003)*EN ISO 12100-2:2003 Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design - Part 2: Technical principles (ISO 12100-2:2003)*EN 60204-1:2006 Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60204-1:2005 (modified))*EN 61310-3:2008 Safety of machinery - Indication, marking and actuation Part 3: Requirements for the location and operation ofactuators (IEC 61310-3:2007)Installation Requirements:• Weight of sieving station - approx. 350 kg• Supply voltage 3 P/N/PE AC 400V, ±10%, 50Hz-60Hz• Machine connection 1x CEE plug, 400V 16A 6h, 4m cable• Inert gas (protective gas) Argon, 5 bar, max. 20 l/min• Storage and transport temperature -20 - +35°C• Function at ambient temperature +15 - +35°CThe materials and component parts shall be of high commercial quality, consistent with the performance requirements of typical sieve station design and manufacture. Workmanship shall be consistent with best commercial practices.The vendor will deliver and provide all required documentation in a standard format for the proper use and education of all provided systems. Documentation will also include design, test, and release documentation. Finally, user documentation will be provided with the intent that it will be used in an educational environment.The vendor will also provide the necessary facility integration requirements to include drawings (if necessary) such as power, ventilation, and feed gas for the installation of the system.Safety:Safety systems must be included to prevent damage to equipment and personnel. Safety system must protect equipment in the event of power loss. Warning labels on the equipment and documentation must be included.Period of Performance:The customer will receive complete system no longer than 8 weeks after contract approval.Delivery:The company shall properly ship the system to the Air Force Institute of Technology at WPAFB, OH. All shipping costs to include insurance will be included in contractor's proposal. Great care using standard, approved packaging methods shall be takenWarranty:Free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal and proper use in accordance with our instructions in the maintenance manual, for the period of time of one year after receipt.CONTRACTOR CAPABILITY SURVEYPart I. Business InformationPlease provide the following business information for your company/institution and for any teaming or joint venture partners:• Company/Institute Name:• Address:• Point of Contact:• CAGE Code:• Phone Number:• E-mail Address:• Web Page URL:• Size of business pursuant to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 333511-Industrial Mold Manufacturing, 3680- Foundry Machinery, Related Equipment and Supplies.Based on the above NAICS Code, state whether your company is: Small Business, (Self-Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)Small Disadvantaged Business, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)o Woman Owned Small Business, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)o Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)o 8(a) Certified, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)o HUBZone Certified, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)o Veteran Owned Small Business, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)o Service Disabled Veteran Small Business, (Self -Certified or Third Party Certified) (Yes / No)*All interested contractors must be registered in SAM in order to be eligible for award of Government contracts. The government reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside based upon responses hereto for any subsequent action. • A statement as to whether your company is domestically or foreign owned (if foreign, please indicate the country of ownership).• Please provide a statement that the respondent will allow or will not allow the Government to release proprietary data.• Please provide a statement to acceptability of the following proposed non-commercial provisions and clauses, as they are determined to be consistent with customary commercial practice.FAR 52.203-6 Alt I, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the GovernmentFAR 52.204-4, Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content PaperFAR 52.204-7, System for Award ManagementFAR 52.204-13, System for Award Management MaintenanceFAR 52.204-16, Commercial and Government Entity Code ReportingFAR 52.204-18, Commercial and Government Entity Code MaintenanceFAR 52.228-5, Insurance -- Work on a Government InstallationFAR 52.229-3, Federal, State, and Local TaxesFAR 52.232-39, Unenforceability of Unauthorized ObligationsFAR 52.233-2, Service of ProtestFAR 52.242-13, BankruptcyFAR 52.252-1, Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by ReferenceFAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by ReferenceFAR 52.252-5, Authorized Deviations in ProvisionsFAR 52.252-6, Authorized Deviations in ClausesDFARS 252.203-7002, Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower RightsDFARS 252.204-7003, Control of Government Personnel Work ProductDFARS 252.209-7004, Subcontracting with Firms that are Owned or Controlled by the Government of a Country that is a State Sponsor of TerrorismDFARS 252.225-7002, Qualifying Country Sources as SubcontractorsDFARS 252.225-7048, Export-Controlled ItemsDFARS 252.243-7001, Pricing on Contract ModificationsAFFARS 5352.201-9101, OmbudsmanAFFARS 5352.223-9000, Elimination of Use of Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS)AFFARS 5352.223-9001 Health and Safety on Government InstallationsATTENTION small business respondents who are interested in submitting a proposal as the prime contractor for this effort:No set aside decision has been made; however, the Air Force is contemplating setting this acquisition aside for Small Businesses if there is sufficient demonstrated interest and capability. Note that a key factor in determining an acquisition to be a Small Business Set Aside is that two or more small business prime contractors must be capable of performing at least 50% of the entire scope of the effort, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting. The clause reads, in part, as follows: "Limitations on Subcontracting (Nov 2011) ... (c) By submission of an offer and execution of a contract, the Offeror/Contractor agrees that in performance of the contract in the case of a contract for - (1) Services (except construction). At least 50 percent of the cost of contract Performance incurred for personnel shall be expended for employees of the concern... ". Provide specific details and rationale as to how compliance with FAR clause 52.219-14 would be achieved, including specific details regarding teaming arrangements, etc.If subcontracts are to be used, provide anticipated percentage of effort to be subcontracted and whether small or large businesses will be used. Teaming and/or subcontracting arrangements should be clearly delineated and previous experience in teaming must be provided.ATTENTION all potential respondents:The acquisition strategy for this program has not been finalized. If this acquisition is not set aside for small business, it is anticipated that the contract may contain a small business utilization requirement. Please provide feedback on the requirement and what areas are likely candidates for SB subcontracting.Part II. Capability Survey Questions1. Is your firm registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), formally known as Central Contractor Registration (CCR)? In accordance with federal regulations, all contractors doing business with the federal government must be registered in the SAM database.2. Describe briefly the capabilities of the nature of the services you provide.3. Describe your company's past experience on previous with similar services. Include contract numbers, a brief description of the work performed, period of performance, agency/organization supported, and individual point of contact (Contracting Officer or Program Manager).4. Are there specific requirements in the documentation that we provide that would currently preclude your product/service from being a viable solution to our requirement?5. Are there established market prices for our requirement? If you offer this product and/or service to both U.S. Government and commercial sources, is the same workforce used for both the U.S. Government and general public? Is our requirement offered to both under similar terms and conditions? Briefly describe any differences.If your company is interested, e-mail your responses to kyle.hartlage@us.af.mil. E-mail responses should be received no later than 12:00 pm EST on 29 March 2017. Direct and succinct responses are preferred. Marketing materials are considered an insufficient response. Also, please mail two original signed copies of your response, on or before the same date, to:AFLCMC/PZIOA, Bldg. 1, Room 109Attn: Kyle Hartlage1940 Allbrook DrWright-Patterson AFB OH 45433-5344(937) 522-4527All responses must be UNCLASSIFIED; no classified material will be accepted or considered with this Sources Sought Synopsis. The response to Part I. Business Information should be single spaced, 12pt font. The response to Part II. Capabilities should be limited to no more than 10 pages (8.5x11 inches), single spaced, 12pt font. In addition, identify a representative to support further Government inquiries and requests for clarification of the information provided, if needed. Respondents should indicate which portions of their response are proprietary and should mark them accordingly. The Air Force will handle proprietary items in accordance with FAR 2.101 and 3.104.Responses to questions from interested parties will be promptly answered and posted on this FedBizOps website, unless some release of proprietary information is involved or the answer addresses a question peculiar to a company or that company's response. Information feedback sessions may be offered to respondents after the sources sought assessments are completed. An Industry Day (date to be determined) with one-on-one information sessions with respondents may be offered to clarify the Government's understanding of their submittal, the capability ramifications, or to discuss their business approach.
FA8601-17-T-0134 Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Lifecycle Management Center Wright Patterson Air Force Base
3/24/17, 3:16 PM