CNC Lathe Purchase

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a CNC Lathe Purchase. It is a Brand Name requirement. The procurement is set aside for small business.

• The specific Statement of Work (SOW) is attached separately.

• Contract type is Firm Fixed Priced.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Quotes are due by 4/23/2026 at 3:00 p.m. CT to Kacey Hickman at Kacey.l.hickman@nasa.gov.

• Quotes shall remain valid for 30 days.

• Submitted quotes must list two points of contact (name, phone number, email address).

• Contractual and technical questions must be submitted in writing (email) by 4/22/2026 at 3:00 p.m. CT to 'Enter Name' at 'Enter email address'. Telephone questions will not be accepted.

• The NAICS Code for this procurement is 541519.

• Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA).

• Offers not deemed technically acceptable will be removed from further consideration.

• This procurement is set aside for small business.

• Offerors must be registered at www.sam.gov to be considered for award.

• The solicitation includes sections on Statement of Work/Bid Schedule, Instructions to Offerors, Solicitation Provisions/Representations and Certifications, Clauses/Terms and Conditions, and Quote Evaluation Criteria.

• Several FAR and NFS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to System for Award Management, Duty-Free Entry, Place of Manufacture, Export Licenses, and Whistleblower rights.

Recommendation and Determination to Solicit from One Source or Brand Name

This document recommends soliciting from a single source or brand name for the acquisition of supplies or services. It outlines the rationale for why competition is deemed impractical.

• The document specifically recommends negotiating with vendors who can provide the "Haas Y Axis CNC Lathe" brand name.

• The justification centers on maintaining consistency with existing HAAS lathes to ensure full compatibility with programming, tooling, and operator workflows.

• Standardization is cited as a means to reduce integration risk, eliminate additional training needs, and maintain efficiency.

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is stated as 7/31/2026.

• The total estimated cost is indicated but not specified in the provided text.

• Not applicable, as this document is a recommendation for a sole source acquisition, not a solicitation for proposals.

• This is a sole source/brand name justification, indicating no set-aside or broad eligibility requirements.

• The document addresses the impact of using an alternative brand, citing risks to operational continuity, service agreements, technical support, OEM-certified parts, increased downtime, higher lifecycle costs, and diminished mission readiness.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To procure a Haas ST-35Y Lathe for Kennedy Space Center (KSC).

This document details the specific characteristics, scope, and specifications for the Haas ST-35Y Lathe. Key components and features include:

• Lathe Type: Y Axis CNC Lathe with a maximum swing diameter of 21 inches.

• Turret: 12-station BMT65 turret for 1" turning tools, with a maximum live tooling speed of 4000 RPM.

• Capacities: Standard capacities include a 12" chuck, max cut diameter of 13.75", max cut length of 32.5", bar capacity of 4.0", and between centers of 32.5".

• Travel: X Axis 9.4", Y Axis +/- 2.0", Z Axis 32.5".

• Spindle: A2-8 spindle with a 4.62" bore, 40 hp direct speed belt drive, and a maximum speed of 3200 RPM.

• Coolant System: 55-gallon tank with a 1 hp pump.

• Controller Features: Touch screen, M-Code/M-130 display, early power failure detection, Ethernet interface, rigid tapping, 1GB program memory, power surge protection, and USB port.

• Toolholder Kits: Includes BMT65 and Live Toolholder kits.

• Options: The document lists several optional upgrades, including expanded on-board memory (32GB), an internal high-voltage isolated transformer (HV-ISO-XFRMR), a 6000-rpm live tooling speed upgrade (LT-6K-UP), 4000 RPM live tooling with C Axis (LT-BMT65-24Y), a programmable hydraulic tailstock (PTS-2), and a specific VOP-B for ST-20Y through ST-35Y models.

• Place of Performance: NASA/ Kennedy Space Center, BOSS Receiving - M6-0744, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899.

• Period of Performance: Need by 7/31/2026.