Draft_Salient_Characteristics.docx

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UV LED Flatbed Printer RFI- TNARNG
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The document is a Draft Salient Characteristics file for a UV LED Flatbed Printer, issued by the Tennessee Army National Guard (TNARNG) Recruiting and Retention Battalion as a Sources Sought announcement. The procurement seeks a single UV LED Inkjet printer with specific technical requirements, including a print area of 21.6-23.6" x 15.7-17.7", capability to print on multiple materials (metal, plastic, glass, wood, acrylic, leather), 1000-1400 dpi resolution, and a comprehensive UV Curable Ink System with seven color options. The printer must include a dedicated stand, Raster Imaging Processor (RIP) software, a rotary device for cylindrical objects, and provide 24/7 technical support and 2-3 days of on-site installation training.

The Sources Sought Notice is a market research initiative under NAICS code 334118, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. Potential vendors must submit a digital capability statement by 12:00 AM CST on August 14, 2025, to palance.c.baxter.mil@army.mil. The statement should include company identification, business history, subcontracting services, contract structures, and a rough pricing estimate for purchase, delivery, and installation. The solicitation aims to identify qualified sources for a printer that will support the TNARNG's marketing and recruitment efforts, with potential future competition and set-aside decisions based on the market research responses.

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Requirement: Supply Description: UV LED Flatbed Printer Quantity: 1

Salient Characteristics:

· Must be UV LED Inkjet printing technology

· Print Area: 21.6 - 23.6” x 15.7 - 17.7”

· Must be capable of printing directly onto a diverse range of materials including, but not limited to: metal, plastic, glass, wood, acrylic, and leather

· Must have a resolution of 1000 - 1400 dpi

· Must have UV Curable Ink System with complete 1st set of inks (at least 1 Liter bottles) in the following colors: Cyan (C), Magenta (M), Yellow (Y), Black (K), White (W), Clear (CL), Primer (PR) - totaling 120CL PR W W CMYK

· Must have ink capacity of 1 - 2 Liter bottles per color (as specified above)

· Must be capable of multi-layer printing (including primer, white, color, and clear coats) for enhanced durability and special effects

· Must use variable droplet control technology for optimal image quality and ink efficiency

· Must have printed images demonstrating resistance to abrasion, solvents (MIL-STD-810G testing preferred, documentation required), UV exposure, and temperature fluctuations

· Must include a dedicated stand designed for the printer, providing stable and secure operation

· Must include Raster Imaging Processor (RIP) software (latest version) included, fully licensed and compatible with the printer

· Must have rotary device included for printing on cylindrical objects (bottles, mugs, etc.)

Support & Warranty:

· Must offer ongoing 24/7 technical support via phone, email, and remote access

· Must offer 2 - 3 days of on-site installation and comprehensive operator training by a certified technician. Training must cover operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and software utilization. Training manuals and documentation must be provided

· Operation Manual: Complete operation manual for the UV LED flatbed printer.

· Service must be warranted for at least 12 months.

· Parts must be warranted for at least 12 months.

NOTE: the photos provided below are for reference only. Offered unit/s do not need to be an exact match to the provided photos.

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