Selective Laser Sintering Three-Dimensional Additive Manufacturing Machine

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the functional specifications for a Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) Three-Dimensional Additive Manufacturing Machine. The Laboratory for Autonomous Systems Research (LASR) Facility at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, D.C. requires the procurement and installation of this SLS 3D printer. The printer will be used for fabricating parts from 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering (CAE) software, converted into STL files, sliced, and printed using various material options.

• System Specifications:

  • Laser Type: CO2 (Carbon Dioxide), minimum 70 W power, 10.6 µm wavelength.
  • Build Platform Size: Minimum 340 mm width x 340 mm depth x 620 mm height.
  • Part Resolution Accuracy: X/Y Plane (0.05-0.08 mm nominal, ±0.020 mm deviation), Z Plane (0.06-0.10 mm nominal, ±0.020 mm deviation).
  • Dimensional Accuracy: X (±0.009 mm), Y (±0.020 mm), Z (±0.050 mm).
  • Scan Speed: Minimum 3.0 m/s.
  • Build Material Layer Thickness: Selectable option with a minimum of 100 µm (±20 µm tolerance).
  • Material Compatibility: 100% polyamide materials and polyamide-based composites.

• Process Software Specifications:

  • Pre-configured and customizable parameters (laser power, scan speed, layer thickness).
  • Real-time process monitoring and error detection.
  • Comprehensive quality reporting.
  • Layer thickness control (minimum 0.1 mm).
  • Graphical User Interface (GUI) for real-time print status.

• Slicing Software Specifications:

  • Converts 3D models to printable layers (0.05 mm to 0.2 mm thickness).
  • Uniform and non-uniform scaling, automatic scaling.
  • Automated error detection and repair tools.

• Pre- and Post-Build Processes:

  • Equipment for material preparation, powder recovery and reuse.
  • Breakout station for part removal and unfused powder.
  • Bead-blasting cleaning station for residual powder removal.

• Installation:

  • Delivery, installation, and full commissioning at LASR Facility, B271, Room 131, Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C.
  • Delivery within 60 calendar days of contract award.
  • Power requirements: 208V AC or 120V AC, with vendor responsible for transformers if needed.
  • System assembly, calibration, software installation, and system testing.

• Training:

  • Minimum 3 to 5 full days of training for at least four individuals.
  • Covers system operation, software operation, machine component identification, and maintenance.

• Documentation:

  • System Operations Manual, Processing Software Manual, Slicing Software Manual, Spare Parts Manual, Material Compatibility Manual, Maintenance Manual, Troubleshooting Manual.

• Technical Support:

  • Standard phone technical support during business hours after acceptance.

• Maintenance and Warranty:

  • Minimum 1-year factory warranty covering equipment, parts, and labor.

• The document specifies requirements for procurement and installation.

• Delivery timeline: within 60 calendar days of contract award.

• Not explicitly detailed in this document; this document focuses on technical specifications.

• Not specified in this document.

• Points of Contact: POC Jason Geder Code 1700, POC Allen O'Hara Code 1700.

• Installation Site: LASR Facility, B271 Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C., Zip Code 20375.

• Installation Location: NRL B271, Room 131 of the LASR Facility.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, seeking proposals for a commercial Selective Laser Sintering Three-Dimensional Additive Manufacturing Machine for the Naval Research Lab (NRL) in Washington, DC. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Procurement of a commercial Selective Laser Sintering Three-Dimensional Additive Manufacturing Machine.

• The system must include a System Operations Instruction Manual, Processing Software Instruction Manual, Slicing Software Instruction Manual, Spare Parts Manual, Material Compatibility Manual, Maintenance Manual, and Troubleshooting Manual (one printed set).

• Installation services.

• Warranty.

• Alternative line item structures reflecting the Offeror's practices are permitted.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Required Delivery Date: 60 days after award.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is 60 days after award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to the Point of Contact by the Response Date/Time (30 days after Posted Date).

• Offerors must provide a quote, product literature, and breakdown of costs for equipment, installation, training, testing, and warranty.

• A Letter of Authorization is required if offering products from another manufacturer.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Evaluation will be based on a Price/Technical Tradeoff analysis.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (most important), Past Performance, and Price Reasonableness.

• Technical Capability will be evaluated based on how well the proposed product meets specifications defined in Attachment 1.

• Past Performance will be evaluated using data from the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).

• Price Reasonableness will be determined based on competitive quotes.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government.

• No specific set-aside is indicated (Set-Aside: N/A).

• NAICS Code: 333248.

• Size Standard: 750 employees.

• All changes to the solicitation will be issued via amendment posted on www.sam.gov.

• Questions must be submitted to the Point of Contact no later than three (3) days after the Posted Date.

• New equipment only; no remanufactured or "gray market" items.

• All equipment must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.