Horizontal Pivot Band Saw IAW Salients

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility is seeking to procure a single Horizontal Pivot Band Saw for delivery to Tuscaloosa, AL through Request for Quote (RFQ) 140G0125Q0137. The solicitation requires vendors to submit written quotes by June 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, with questions to be submitted to Cynthia Nicanor by June 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Potential contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. The procurement involves a detailed technical specification for an automatic, horizontal, pivot-style band saw with specific capabilities including a 12" wide cutting capacity, 3-phase power, built-in coolant system, and multiple safety features. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, but vendors will likely be assessed on their ability to meet the precise technical specifications outlined in the solicitation documents.

This contract is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333517, with a size standard of 500 employees. The anticipated contract award date is June 30, 2025, with a required delivery timeline of 60 days from the date the contractor receives the purchase order. The procurement is categorized under Product/Service Code 3405 for "Saws and Filing" and is specifically for one H90A-1 Horizontal Pivot Band Saw. The saw must meet extensive technical requirements, including specific motor capabilities, work height restrictions, and advanced features such as carbide blade guides, variable blade speed, and automatic safety shut-off mechanisms. The total value of the contract is not specified, but it represents a targeted procurement for the USGS Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility's equipment needs in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.