High Accuracy Turret Lathe
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
UT-Battelle, LLC, on behalf of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), is soliciting proposals (RFP PR438153) for a High Accuracy Turret Lathe. This fixed-price subcontract aims to procure a specialized machine tool to support ORNL's research initiatives in Oak Ridge, TN. Offers are due by February 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a High Accuracy Turret Lathe, specifically a "Machine High Accuracy Lathe with Y-Axis" and "3 Axis Lathe with C Axis Milling," as detailed in Attachment A (Technical Specifications). Key specifications include precise X, Y, Z axis travel and resolution, specific machine footprint dimensions, and high accuracy positioning (<0.006mm). The lathe must feature a 12/16 station live tool turret, high-pressure coolant system, in-machine tool setter, and multi-tool capabilities. Suppliers must meet minimum requirements or provide a functional equivalent. Adherence to electrical safety, hazard control, testing, calibration, and documentation standards (Attachment B) is also required.
Contract Details
This is a Fixed-Price subcontract for Commercial Products and Services. The anticipated Period of Performance is from March 2, 2026, to August 1, 2026. The applicable NAICS Code is 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing). No set-aside is designated for this opportunity. Payment terms are Net 30 for large businesses and Net 15 for small businesses via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must include a Technical Proposal (not exceeding 20 pages, excluding resumes) and a Price Proposal in U.S. Dollars. Bidders must adhere to ORNL's Terms and Conditions, Prime Flow-down Clauses, Representations and Certifications, and General Solicitation Instructions (Attachments B-F). Offers will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, meaning technical acceptability is paramount, and unacceptable offers will not be considered.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: February 3, 2026, 12:00 noon EST
- Offers Due: February 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Proposal Validity: 120 calendar days
- Primary Contact: Lindsey Gulmire (gulmirelc@ornl.gov, 865-576-4415)
Additional Notes
ORNL encourages cost-effective alternatives and will consider "Brand Name or Equal" products if they meet salient characteristics. Site visits are encouraged to understand work conditions. Delivery to ORNL requires U.S. citizen drivers.