Metal Hybrid Manufacturing System

Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood, Washington, located within Pierce County, is seeking quotes for a Robotic Metal Hybrid Manufacturing Cell system for its Manufacturing Engineering Technologies (MET) Program. The procurement requires a comprehensive manufacturing system with specific technical specifications, including two 6-axis robot arms: one for subtractive manufacturing with a 130kg payload and 10,000 RPM minimum spindle, and another for additive manufacturing with WAAM or Laser-Wire capabilities. The system must also include a 2-axis rotary system with a 100kg minimum payload and be operated via a single Siemens Sinumerik ONE Control Panel with integrated safety features. Quotes will be evaluated based on multiple criteria including price, quality, vendor capability, and performance history, with the goal of selecting the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The Request for Quote (RFQ) has a submission deadline of January 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with an expectation of delivering a fully functional manufacturing cell that can be used for student training and technical education.

The procurement includes an interlocal agreement clause that allows other governmental agencies to purchase the equipment under the same terms and conditions. While the RFQ documents indicate a preference for Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (MWBE), there are no mandatory set-aside requirements or minimum participation levels for such businesses. Payment terms are specified as Net 30, with the option of Visa card payment, and pricing submissions must exclude Washington sales tax. The RFQ does not specify a precise budget range or total contract value, though the specialized nature of the robotic manufacturing system suggests a significant investment in advanced educational technology. The procurement is designed to be open and competitive, with an emphasis on obtaining a high-quality, technologically advanced manufacturing cell that meets the specific training needs of the college's engineering program.