DMP FLEX 200 Direct Metal Laser Sintering 3D printer manufactured by 3D Systems Inc

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Recommendation and Determination to solicit from one source or brand name. It recommends negotiating with 3D Systems Inc. for the DMP Flex 200 system.

• Acquisition of supplies or services determined to be reasonably available from only one source/manufacturer.

• The DMP Flex 200 is an Additive Manufacturing System with unique layering mechanisms (counter-rotating compaction roller) enabling high Z-stroke accuracy, thin layer capability, processing of a wide range of powder morphologies, and aggressive unsupported geometries.

• It can process finer non-spherical particles, ceramics, or ceramics blended with metals.

• Capable of printing open channel diameters as small as 150µm and wall thickness of 100 microns.

• Features a powerful 500W laser source.

• Includes an inert build and supply chamber to protect the process and materials from the ambient environment.

• Has a closed build chamber for operator safety.

• The estimated cost is to be entered (indicated as "Enter Dollar amount").

• The estimated period of performance or lead-time for delivery is NLT 30 Sept 2026.

Not applicable, as this document is a justification for a sole source acquisition.

This is a sole source recommendation, implying no set-aside.

• Competition is deemed impractical due to the unique characteristics of the DMP Flex 200 system.
• Not procuring this equipment would result in a loss of capability for additively manufacturing high-resolution prototype components and hardware, and a significant loss in the SSC's rapid prototyping capability.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This notice indicates NASA/NSSC's intent to issue a sole source contract for a DMP FLEX 200 Direct Metal Laser Sintering 3D printer manufactured by 3D Systems Inc. The government intends to acquire this as a commercial item under FAR Part 12. The procuring center will be NASA/NSSC, with performance located at NASA/ Stennis Space Center (SSC).

• Procurement of a DMP FLEX 200 Direct Metal Laser Sintering 3D printer.

• The contract is intended to be sole source to 3D SYSTEMS, INC.

• NAICS Code: 334111

• Interested organizations may submit capabilities and qualifications in writing.

• Deadline for submissions: 7:00 a.m. Central Standard Time on 6/22/2026.

• Submissions will be evaluated to determine if the procurement should be conducted on a competitive basis. The government's decision on competition is at its sole discretion.

• Oral communications are not acceptable.

• This notice does not explicitly state a set-aside. It is presented as a sole source intent.

• NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. A link to the Center Ombudsman listing is provided.

• Primary Point of Contact: Shanna L. Patterson, Procurement Specialist (Shanna.L.Patterson@nasa.gov).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for a 3D Systems DMP Flex 200 Additive Manufacturing System.

• Procurement of a Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) system capable of producing complex geometry components in alloys suitable for field testing.

• The system will enable the printing of components and prototypes for test and technology development.

• The DMP Flex 200 supports pre-validated standard alloys and allows for the development of proprietary materials.

• The system features an inert build and supply chamber to protect the sintering process and materials.

• Materials are managed via an air interlock chamber to prevent oxidation and environmental exposure.

• The closed build chamber provides safety benefits by limiting operator access to fine powder particles.

• Delivery Location: Stennis Space Center MS, 39529

• Lead Time: Not to exceed 20 weeks