Sources Sought Notice/ Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Lathe
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- PANAPG25P0000002650
- Agency
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Department of the Army
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333517 Machine Tool Manufacturing
- PSC
- 3416 Lathes
- Place of performance
- Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Army is seeking a turn-key solution for a Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Lathe to be installed at Tobyhanna Army Depot in Pennsylvania. The procurement involves the complete design, supply, delivery, installation, and training for a sophisticated machining system with specific technical requirements including X and Z-axis travel ranges, spindle capabilities, and integrated technological features like a 10-station tool turret and bar feeder. The sources sought notice indicates that the government will use this market research to determine whether the contract will be set aside exclusively for small businesses or opened to full and open competition. Potential vendors are advised that this is an informational notice, not a formal solicitation, and that no funds are available for response preparation. The deadline for responding to this sources sought notice is January 21, 2025, with interested parties expected to monitor SAM.gov for future solicitation details.
The contract opportunity is categorized under NAICS 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing) and PSC 3416 (Lathes), with a projected period of performance of 180 calendar days after order receipt. The procurement includes comprehensive requirements for operator and maintenance training, covering 16-32 hours for up to 5 operators and 3 maintenance personnel. Strict cybersecurity compliance for operational technology assets is mandated, and the project includes a one-year warranty period with annual preventive maintenance. The machine must be installed in Building 1C Bay 2, fitting within a specific spatial footprint of approximately 17 feet by 31 feet, with power requirements of either 208V or 480V 3-phase 60Hz. While no specific award value is mentioned, the complexity of the requirements suggests a significant investment in advanced manufacturing technology for the Army's depot operations.
Notice text
See attached required specifications
BASED ON THE RESPONSES TO THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE/MARKET RESEARCH, THIS REQUIREMENT MAY BE SET-ASIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES (IN FULL OR IN PART) OR PROCURED THROUGH FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION. All Small Business Set-Aside categories will be considered. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be provided to companies regarding their submissions. DISCLAIMER "THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A "REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)" TO BE SUBMITTED. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. RESPONSES WILL NOT BE RETURNED TO THE RESPONDER. NOT RESPONDING TO THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PRECLUDE PARTICIPATION IN ANY FUTURE REQUEST FOR QUOTE (RFQ) OR INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) OR RFP, IF ANY ISSUED. IF A SOLICITATION IS RELEASED, IT WILL BE SYNOPSIZED ON SAM.GOV. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF POTENTIAL OFFERORS TO MONITOR SAM.GOV FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMMATION PERTAINING TO THIS REQUIREMENT."
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Required Specifications.docx | DOCX document |
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