Robotic Arm

The Department of Energy's Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking to procure two specific robotic equipment items: a Universal Robots UR5e and a RoboWorld Pendant Armor (e-Series) through a best value source selection process. The solicitation, identified as RFP 369048swk, will award the contract to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offeror without subsequent negotiations. Proposals are due by 5pm Central on May 26, 2025, and must include a completed RFP page, Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications (SARC) Form, and PUR-466 Proposal Certifications Form. Vendors are required to include all freight charges in their quotation and comply with various federal regulations including export/import control, Buy American provisions, and trafficking in persons regulations. The evaluation will focus on technical acceptability and pricing, with a emphasis on comprehensive compliance with the solicitation's detailed requirements.

The procurement is not designated with any specific set-aside status and will be conducted under prime contract DE AC02 07CH11359 with the U.S. Department of Energy. The two robotic units will be shipped to the Fermilab Receiving Warehouse 2 located in Batavia, Illinois, with payment terms of Net 30 and F.O.B. Fermilab delivery. The solicitation falls under the NAICS Category 333998 (All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing) and PSC Category 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies). While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves two robotic equipment items with associated shipping and compliance documentation. The contract is structured for immediate procurement and delivery, with all documentation and certifications required to be submitted by the May 26, 2025 deadline to ensure full consideration.