Purchase Description - Supply Requirement - Fiber Winders - 31 March 2025.pdf
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- Two (2) Fiber Winders Replacement
- Solicitation number
- W911QY-25-R-FIBERWINDERS
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This Requirements Document details a procurement for two fiber winders for the DEVCOM Soldier Center Distinctive Material Solutions Branch (DMSB). The equipment must be capable of spooling Nylon 6/6 fibers up to 4000 total denier at 1100 meter/min to a 30-pound package, with specific technical requirements including winding speeds up to 3000 m/min, yarn count range of 2800-3500 den, and a 1-tier double winder frame not exceeding 12 cubic feet. The current winders are over 20 years old and need replacement to support a national security-related mission.
The solicitation (W911QY-25-R-FIBERWINDERS) seeks a Firm Fixed Price contract, with proposals due by 12:00 p.m. EST on 30 April 2025. Vendors must submit a three-section proposal including technical capabilities, pricing, and past performance, with evaluation factors prioritizing technical capability and past performance over price. The anticipated delivery is approximately ten months after receipt of order, with installation, spare parts, and commissioning required. The contract will be awarded by the Army Contracting Command - Aberdeen Proving Ground, and is set for full and open competition under NAICS code 325220, with a small business size standard of 1,050 employees.
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Fiber Winders
Requirements Document
31 March 2025
1. Background:
The DEVCOM Soldier Center Distinctive Material Solutions Branch (DMSB) is in need of two (2) replacement fiber winders capable of spooling Nylon 6/6 fibers up to 4000 total denier at 1100 meter/min to a package of ~ 30 pounds. These winders are critical to the mission of DMSB supporting an OGA customer for matters of national security. The existing winders are beginning to age out (over 20 years of use) and needs to be replaced.
Two winders are requested to provide contingency and backup equipment to have a continuous process but also to achieve customer goals of increasing finished product stores for DMSB. Winders provided should include dual switching capabilities, spare parts packages, as well as commissioning and installation to certify the equipment.
2. Requirements:
• Technical Specifications:
o Winding speed = Up to 3000 m/min o Yarn Count range = 2800 – 3500 den o Traverse Length = 12 to 17 inches o Tube inside diameter = Max is 5 inches o Package diameter = Max is 16 inches o Package weight = Max is 30 lbs.
o Yarn tension = 35 to 40 psi o Frame = 1 Tier, Double Winder not to exceed 12 cubic feet.
The following specific information is requested from potential sources:
• Brand name and model number
• Product/item features/description to include the following performance characteristics:
o Automatic Switching of rolls o Load volume and load weight limitations o Cycle Time at least 30 minutes.
• Product/item specifications to include:
o Overall Dimensions o Overall Weight o Power requirements o Other utility (e.g., gas, water, air) requirements o Exhaust requirements
Sources may submit product brochures, pictures, and other product literature. Also include the following information for both equipment systems:
• 2024 Price list with options
• Production lead time and estimated delivery time
• Shipping terms (e.g., FOB Destination)
• Installation services (start-up, training)
• Warranty period and pertinent information
• Spare Parts availability time (e.g., 2-8 weeks)
• Emergency service and/or maintenance information
3. Other Direct Costs (ODCs): OEM installation/start-up/shipping/operation/maintenance training and additional/frequently needed spare parts.
4. Deliverables: Two (2) fiber winders with all the associated hardware, software, controllers, safety equipment installed as well as recommended spare parts required for immediate use in government facility.
Installation/start-up (if required)/shipping recommended spare parts shall be itemized and included in the Fiber winder contract.
5. Invoicing: The Contractor shall bill in WAWF after DEVCOM Soldier Center confirms receipt of Fiber Winders, installation services and spare parts.
6. Delivery Date: Vendor will need ten (10) months lead time for delivery of the Fiber winders, after receipt of order (ARO).
7. Ship to DODAAC and Shipping Address: U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center, ATTN: Tony Rogers, 15 General Greene Ave, Warehouse 20, Natick MA, 01760-5000.
DODAAC: W56YHX
8. WAWF Inspection & Acceptance POC: Anthony (Tony) Rogers 508-206-3039
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