Metal Forming Hydraulic Press
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 Department of the Army, specifically Anniston Army Depot, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for on-site preventive maintenance, unlimited emergency repair, and replacement parts for Metal Forming Hydraulic Press machines. This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only, and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 10 AM CST.
Purpose
This RFI aims to identify sources capable of providing comprehensive maintenance and repair services for critical metal forming equipment. The government is seeking industry input to inform a potential future solicitation, but has not made a commitment to procure any items or services at this time.
Scope of Work
The requirement, as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW), is for the maintenance of specific Metal Forming Hydraulic Presses (e.g., Macrodyne 1,500 Ton, Minster presses, Perfecto Feeder Coil) located at Anniston Army Depot, Anniston, Alabama. Services include:
- On-site preventive maintenance: Two services per year.
- Unlimited emergency repair: Including labor, equipment, tools, materials, and documentation.
- Replacement parts: New quality parts, with pre-approval required for items exceeding $500.
- Technical and software support: High-priority, on-site within 72 hours of emergency acknowledgment.
- Compliance: All work must adhere to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures, and personnel must be trained and experienced.
Requested Information
Respondents are asked to provide:
- A Capability Statement including past performance examples.
- A Recommended Contracting Strategy.
- Input on the sufficiency of details for hardware, software, and integration/installation pricing.
- Information necessary to formulate a transition plan.
- Identification of sections requiring additional definition in the SOW.
- Feedback on the estimated Period of Performance (SOW indicates one base year plus four option years).
- Any additional questions, concerns, or input regarding the SOW.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified for this RFI (information on business type is requested).
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 10 AM CST
- Published: April 23, 2026
- Place of Performance: Anniston Army Depot, Anniston, Alabama
Submission Details
Responses, limited to the items referenced in Section 3.0 of the RFI, must be submitted as an MS Word document via email to Christopher R. Wells (christopher.r.wells36.civ@army.mil). Submissions must include company name, mailing address, CAGE code, point of contact information, and business type (based on NAICS 811310, size standard $12.5M). Proprietary information should be clearly marked and segregated. Questions regarding this RFI must be submitted in writing via email to the same POC; verbal questions will not be accepted.