Combined Notice of Intent to Sole Source / Sources Sought Notice - Preventive Maintenance on two (2) Disco Daddy 3220 dicing saws
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), under the Department of Commerce, has issued a Combined Notice of Intent to Sole Source / Sources Sought Notice for Preventive Maintenance (PM) services on two (2) Disco Dad 3220 dicing saws located in Boulder, CO. NIST intends to award a sole source contract to Disco Hi-Tec America, Inc. if no alternate capable sources are identified through this market research. Responses are due March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for annual preventive maintenance on two specific Disco Dad 3220 dicing saws (KK1237 and KK1598) in accordance with OEM procedures. Services include inspections, calibrations, adjustments, and part replacements. The contractor must supply all necessary factory new parts, hardware, software, labor, and travel. Systems must operate to OEM standards or better post-service, with a detailed report required within one week of service. An optional CLIN is for the supply of specific factory new spare parts, including one Nozzle (SI) Assembly and two Chuck Tables.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 811210 (Other Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance)
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, by 3:00 PM ET
- Published: March 13, 2026
Evaluation
This is a market research notice to identify sources capable of providing the required PM services. Responses will help NIST determine if there are other qualified vendors to compete for this requirement. If no alternate sources are identified, NIST intends to proceed with a sole source award to Disco Hi-Tec America, Inc.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award. Interested parties must submit information via email to the Primary Point of Contact, Forest Crumpler (forest.crumpler@nist.gov). Responses should be in Microsoft Word 365, Microsoft Excel 365, or .pdf format and include company information, equipment sales, performance capabilities, customization limits, manufacturing origin, and relevant business size information. To be considered for a future award, entities must be registered and "active" in SAM.gov. Questions must be submitted via email at least 5 days prior to the response date.