PGP milling machine

The Bureau of Reclamation is seeking to procure one factory-new Manual Knee Vertical Milling Machine through Solicitation Number 140R1725Q0065. The machine must be a Kent KTM-5AVKF Milling Machine or equivalent, featuring comprehensive specifications including a 4-axis digital readout, ER-40 collet chuck kit, coolant system, powered drawbar, and variable speed milling head. The equipment must operate on 12 AMPS maximum 460VAC/60Hz/3O input power and include a hardened 12-inch x 56-inch table with 39-inch X-axis travel capability for various machining operations. The solicitation was issued on June 25, 2025, with offers due by July 7, 2025. The required delivery date is October 31, 2025, providing successful contractors with approximately four months for manufacturing and delivery.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing) with a size standard of 500 employees. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific award values or budget ranges for this acquisition. The quantity specified is limited to one milling machine unit, which must be delivered to the Bureau of Reclamation's Grand Coulee Power Office in Washington state. The procurement follows the Commercial Items format using Standard Form 1449, indicating the government's intent to leverage existing commercial solutions rather than requiring custom manufacturing. The technical specifications are detailed and comprehensive, covering power requirements, construction standards, machining capabilities, tooling requirements, and performance criteria to ensure the equipment meets the Bureau's operational needs.