Intent to Solicit only one source for two (2) Citizen L12-1M7 Swiss Machine Systems

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. It announces the Government's intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source for two (2) Citizen L12-1M7 Swiss Machine Systems. This announcement serves as the only solicitation, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The acquisition is being conducted as a Request for Quote (RFQ).

• Procurement of two (2) Citizen Swiss Machine Systems.

• Installation of the systems at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), Maryland.

• Delivery is required three (3) weeks after contract award (ACA).

• FOB point is Destination.

• Contract Type: Commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is within three weeks of award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Contract financing cannot be provided.

• Response Date: Three (3) days after date of posting, via email to the Primary Point of Contact listed in SAM.gov.

• Offerors must provide their business size in relation to the NAICS code and identify any socioeconomic categories.

• Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 (with Alternate I), Offeror Representations.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not Applicable (N/A).

• NAICS Code: 333517.

• Small Business Size Standard: 500 Employees.

• Set Aside: N/A.

• The Government intends to award to Precision Machine Tool Solutions. However, all proposals received prior to the closing date and time will be considered.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 (March 13, 2026).

• A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses are included, along with Adelphi Local Instructions.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Determination & Findings (D&F) for Other Than Full & Open Competition, justifying a sole-source procurement. It details the Army Research Laboratory's (ARL) requirement for two (2) Citizen brand L12 Swiss lathes.

• Procurement Item: Two (2) Citizen brand L12 Swiss lathes.
• Proposed Contractor/Manufacturer: Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Inc. (Manufacturer), Precision Machine Tool Solutions, LLC (Authorized Reseller).
• Justification for Sole Source: The procurement is justified based on 'Experimental Continuity' and 'Compatibility' with existing systems. The ARL requires these specific lathes to support small caliber research and testing efforts, as they are essential for manufacturing intricate parts from difficult-to-cut materials. Procuring a different lathe would lead to increased costs, risk, compatibility issues, and duplication of maintenance/repair expenses. Furthermore, retraining staff on a new system would cause significant downtime.
• Market Research: Determined that Citizen lathes are solely sold through their authorized reseller, Precision Machine Tool Solutions.
• Fair and Reasonable Price: The anticipated cost is determined to be fair and reasonable.

Other / Unclassified

This document, titled "Adelphi List of Local Instructions and Full Text FAR and DFARS," provides specific instructions and information relevant to the Adelphi contracting division and its solicitations. It includes points of contact for contract and technical matters, details an intent to solicit only one source for a proposed contract action with Precision Machine Tool Solutions, and outlines the type of contract as Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

Key sections cover government inspection and acceptance procedures, tax exemption details for the Army Research Laboratory, payment instructions referencing DFARS PGI, receiving room requirements at Adelphi Laboratory Center, and procedures for Duty-Free Entry (DFE) through the PIEE system.

It also addresses conditions for offeror proposals, award of contract criteria (requiring full quantities to be proposed), and provides a link to the Adelphi Contracting Division website. Furthermore, it details requirements for foreign nationals performing under contract, payment terms (net thirty days minimum), and incorporates FAR and DFARS provisions by reference, including detailed clauses on Item Unique Identification and Valuation (252.211-7003) and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) Payment Instructions (252.232-7006).

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it outlines specific procedural requirements, points of contact, and contractual terms that will apply to solicitations issued by the Adelphi contracting division. It highlights the intent to sole-source a specific action, details submission and payment processes (including WAWF), and specifies requirements for item identification and marking. Bidders must review these instructions to understand the unique administrative and contractual landscape for this opportunity.