SOLE SOURCE CMM SUPPORT

Justification and Approval (J&A)

This document justifies the use of sole-source procurement under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13, simplified procedures for certain commercial items. It seeks approval to award a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Preventative Maintenance (PM), Calibrations, Parts, and On-Site Repair Technician services for Coordinated Measuring Machines (CMMs) at the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD).

• Preventative Maintenance (PM)

• Calibrations

• Parts

• On-Site Repair Technician services

• Support for up to twenty-five (25) CMM machines.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, IDIQ

• Period of Performance: Three years (Base Year: Feb 28, 2026 - Feb 27, 2027; Ordering Period One: Feb 28, 2027 - Feb 27, 2028; Ordering Period Two: Feb 28, 2028 - Feb 27, 2029)

• Estimated Value: $1.2 million

• Funding: Army Working Capital Funds (AWCF)

• The CMMs were manufactured by Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology LLC (Zeiss), the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

• Zeiss retains all proprietary information, including software (TESO), and engineering data necessary for maintenance, calibration, and repair.

• Zeiss does not utilize third-party service providers for these specific CMMs.

• No other company possesses the complete technical knowledge and proprietary data rights to service the entire Zeiss CMM system.

• Failure to approve this sole-source award would result in work stoppages impacting production lines and outside calibration efforts.

• Market research was conducted, including discussions with Zeiss and other potential vendors.

• An RFI was posted on SAM.GOV, but the only interested party (Tatitlek Business Services, Inc.) did not respond to a request for a Capability Statement.

• Previous contracts for similar services were also awarded to Carl Zeiss.

• None identified at this time.

• Notices required by FAR 5.201 will be published.

• Any quotes or proposals received will be considered.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (W912NW26QA022) for "Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) Support" for Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD). The government is procuring daily support services for Zeiss Machines, including preventative maintenance, calibration, on-site repairs, parts and materials, and training for CMM relocation.

• Daily support for Zeiss Machines, including preventative maintenance, calibration, on-site repairs, and CMM relocation support.

• Provision of parts and materials for Zeiss Machines.

• On-site technician services for daily support.

• Compliance with OEM standards and procedures for all services.

• Minimizing production downtime for Zeiss Machines is critical.

• Solicitation Issue Date: January 30, 2026

• Offer Due Date: February 6, 2026, 10:00 AM

• Contract type is not explicitly stated, but the structure suggests it will be a firm-fixed-price arrangement for labor and potentially for parts/materials.

• Period of Performance for various line items ranges from February 28, 2026, to February 27, 2029.

• Proposals are due by February 6, 2026.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in the provided pages, but will likely include factors related to technical capability, past performance, and price.

• The acquisition is currently unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance).

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, indicating a comprehensive set of contractual requirements.

• Detailed information on security requirements, training, and applicable publications is provided.

• A Performance Work Statement (PWS) is included, outlining specific tasks, performance standards, and acceptable quality levels.