Sources Sought Brand Name/Intent Sole Source: Tajima TLMX-106 Embroidery Machine WP FY26
Overview
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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 Department of the Army, specifically MICC-WEST POINT, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing a Tajima TLMX-106 Industrial Multi-Head Cording and Taping Embroidery Machine for the Uniform Factory at West Point, NY. This notice is for market research and planning purposes only. Responses are due May 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) industrial multi-head Cording and Taping Embroidery Machine (Tajima TLMX-106) to replace failing legacy equipment at the Cadet Uniform Factory. This machine is critical for producing uniforms for the United States Corps of Cadets. Key technical specifications include:
- Brand Name: Tajima TLMX-106
- Features: High-speed, high-precision, computerized system with digitizing software, 1-needle operation with 6 separate heads, 680x240mm work area per head.
- Capacity: 1,000,000 stitch memory, store up to 256 designs, 1,000 preselected designs.
- Software: Compatible with CorelDRAW, advanced lettering/outline editing, over 180 digitized embroidery fonts.
- Delivery: Turnkey, including installation and training.
- Origin: Must be made in USA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Anticipated Total Small Business Set-Aside if two or more qualified small businesses respond.
- NAICS Code: 333248 (Embroidery machinery manufacturing) with a 750-employee size standard.
- Response Due: May 10, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 1, 2026
- Anticipated Delivery: August 8, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested firms should provide:
- Firm details (name, POC, phone, email, DUNS, CAGE, small business status/certifications).
- Interest in competing as a prime contractor, including any subcontracting/JV plans.
- Detailed past experience on similar requirements.
- Information on commercial availability and pricing for the Tajima TLMX-106.
- Recommendations to facilitate small business competition.
- Identification of any conditions restricting competition.
- Recommendations to improve the approach/specifications.
Additional Notes
This is solely for information and planning; it is not a solicitation. The government will not pay for information submitted. Responses should be sent to Sonya D. Van Valkenburg at sonya.d.vanvalkenburg.civ@army.mil, including "Sources Sought Notice W911SD26QA076" in the subject line.