RedSabre 3000X and accessories-or domestic equivalent
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a DOE contractor, is soliciting Firm Fixed Price proposals for a RedSabre 3000X and accessories, or a domestic equivalent. This opportunity is for the procurement of specialized equipment, including a laser welder and robotic arm components, to be delivered to Oak Ridge, TN. The award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposal. Proposals are due by February 4, 2026, at 4 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a RedSabre 3000X and associated accessories, or an equivalent domestic product. The Bill of Materials (Attachment C) details specific items including:
- A laser welder.
- Robotic arm components: complete arm, teach pendant, torque sensor, and gun mount.
- Shipping and full integration services. Bidders must provide pricing for each item, including unit price, total price, lead time, and country of origin.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Not a Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 335999 - All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (Size Standard: 600 Employees).
- Offer Validity: Proposals must remain valid for 120 days.
- Place of Performance: Oak Ridge, TN 37830, United States.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via email to the ORNL Procurement Representative by February 4, 2026, at 4 PM EST. Required submissions include:
- A firm fixed price quote with a proposed delivery schedule.
- Completed and signed Attachment D: Abbreviated Representations and Certifications.
- Completed and signed Attachment E: Certification for Exemption from Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) for Certain Services.
- An explanation of any exceptions taken to the terms and conditions, with reasons and alternate solutions. Failure to address exceptions may result in non-responsiveness. The award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable proposal. FAR 52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal applies.
Key Documents
Bidders must review the following attachments:
- Attachment A: Terms & Conditions-Purchase Order Commercial Item & Services – Outlines contractual obligations, compliance, and payment terms.
- Attachment B: Prime Flowdown Clauses – Details mandatory U.S. Government regulatory and customer obligations flowed down from ORNL's prime contract with DOE.
- Attachment C: Bill of Materials – Specifies the items and services for which pricing is required.
- Attachment D: Representations & Certifications - Abbreviated – Essential for bid eligibility and compliance with federal regulations.
- Attachment E: Certification-Exemption-from-SCLS-Certain-Services – Determines eligibility for SCLS exemption.
Important Dates
- Questions Due: February 2, 2026, by 4 PM EST (submit in writing via email).
- Proposal Due: February 4, 2026, by 4 PM EST.