Presoliciation-Single Source Notice for Portable Control Stand for Coperion K-Tron KCM/K-Vision, Installation of Integration Platform, and Installation of Continuous Powder Feeders
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), specifically the CDER Office of Pharmaceutical Quality Research (OPQR), has issued a Presolicitation Notice for a Portable Control Stand for Coperion K-Tron KCM/K-Vision, including installation of an integration platform and continuous powder feeders. This requirement is for integrating five existing Coperion K-Tron continuous powder feeders into a manufacturing line at Beltsville, MD. The FDA intends to award a single-source, Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order to Coperion Process Solutions, LLC, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Capability statements from interested sources are due by June 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- Portable Control Stand: Stainless steel, with casters/brakes, designed to mount six KCMs (five active, one spare) and one K-Vision unit. It must enable electronic communication with all feeders and include necessary cables (minimum 25 ft) and power supply cables.
- Delivery, Installation, Commissioning, and Training: Comprehensive services covering packaging, delivery, disposal, on-site installation and commissioning of the control stand and feeders, operator training, and updated documentation.
- Warranty: A one-year parts and labor warranty from the date of service.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Estimated Value: Above $25,000 but at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
- Set-Aside: This is being considered for a single-source award to Coperion Process Solutions, LLC, due to the proprietary nature of the equipment and integration.
- Capability Statement Deadline: June 20, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- Anticipated Solicitation Issuance: June 23, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: On or before July 30, 2026
- Published Date: June 8, 2026
Eligibility & Evaluation
The FDA is inviting all responsible sources to submit a capability statement to demonstrate their ability to fully satisfy the requirement. Offerors must specifically demonstrate authorization from Coperion K-Tron to perform modifications, installation, commissioning, and qualification of the equipment. Lack of such authorization will result in disqualification. The determination for a single-source award is based on the Contracting Officer's finding that only one source is reasonably available, consistent with RFO 12.201-1(c) and RFO 13.101(b).
Additional Notes
This notice serves solely for informational purposes to identify potential sources, and capability statements are not considered offers. All inquiries must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, Sarah Hussain (Sarah.Hussain@fda.hhs.gov); phone calls will not be accepted. The place of performance is Beltsville, MD.