Band saw

Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime seeks procurement of a metal cutting bandsaw machine (AMADA model VT4555M or equivalent) configured for 460 volts with powered column tilt, startup blades, and digital tilt readout, with proposals due July 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM. The procurement is set aside 100% for Women-Owned Small Businesses, with NAICS code 333515 and a 500-employee size standard.

Place of performance and delivery is Bremerton, Washington. The equipment must meet specific technical specifications including 18" x 22" vertical cutting capacity, variable speed of 50–450 feet per minute with inverter drive, 5 HP main motor, powered column tilt capability up to 60 degrees in both directions with digital readout, blade break/stall detection, and compliance with OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910 and 1926), NFPA 70 and 79, and NEMA standards. All bearings must be U.S. or Canadian manufactured. The contractor must provide OSHA certification via NRTL listing or field evaluation, three complete technical manuals per unit, and manufacturer's standard commercial warranty commencing upon final acceptance.

Contractor personnel must obtain Security Pass/ID Badges for the Controlled Industrial Area at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, initiated at least seven business days prior to access; all employees must be U.S. citizens with proof of citizenship. Persons on probation or parole from felony convictions are ineligible. The contractor must comply with NIST SP 800-171, provide DoD item unique identification, and maintain supply chain documentation for five years post-final payment. Delivery is due August 7, 2026. Amendment 0001 (issued July 14) extended the original July 1 deadline to July 15 and deleted the NRTL certification data report CDRL requirement.