OVERHEAD CONVEYOR BLAST MACHINE for TLSC-E/A
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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's 409th CSB, Theater Contracting Center, has published a presolicitation for the purchase of one Overhead Conveyor Blast Machine. This equipment is required to support TLSC-E/A and Maintenance Activity Kaiserslautern (MAK) operations in Kaiserslautern, Germany, for the surface treatment of various steel components. Interested vendors are requested to submit their company information by May 5, 2026. No set-aside has been specified for this opportunity.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Stationary Overhead Rail Shot Blasting System designed for the mechanical surface treatment (roughening, de-rusting, cleaning) of steel components in a non-ATEX environment. The machine must be capable of handling workpieces up to 6,000 mm H x 3,600 mm W x 7,000 mm L, with individual parts weighing up to 10 kg and a hook load capacity of 500 kg.
Key technical specifications include:
- Blasting Unit: Minimum of two turbines, each with ≥ 5.5 kW power, ≥ 80 m/s throwing speed, and ≥ 110 kg/min throughput.
- Workpiece Transport: Overhead rail system with oscillation/rotation capabilities.
- Control System: PLC-based with a touch panel.
- Compliance: Must meet CE compliance, EC Declaration of Conformity, and relevant DIN and DGUV rules.
- Documentation & Training: German documentation for operation/maintenance, 12-month or 1,800 operating hours warranty, delivery to point of use, commissioning, and on-site training in German.
This procurement is critical for ensuring the continued successful and efficient execution of mission-critical component surface treatment and maintenance operations.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Product Service Code: 3419 (Miscellaneous Machine Tools)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 08:30 AM CEST
- Published Date: April 20, 2026
Submission Requirements
Vendors interested in providing the specified equipment should submit their interest via email to Ms. Coralia Kelly (coralia.a.kelly.ln@army.mil) and Ms. Judy Biboum (judy.i.biboum.civ@army.mil). The subject line of the email must be "W564KV26QA038- Purchase of one overhead conveyor blast machine". Required information includes:
- Company name and address
- Cage Code
- UEI
- Point of contact (Name, Telephone number, email address) All questions must be submitted in writing.