Textile Weathering Lab Equipment Maintenance and Service (TMET)
Overview
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PSC
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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
The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC) is soliciting proposals for Textile Weathering Lab Equipment Maintenance and Service (TMET) at Natick, MA. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) seeks a contractor to provide preventative maintenance, calibration, and certification for specialized lab equipment. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due April 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, tools, parts, materials, transportation, and management for preventative maintenance and calibration services for DEVCOM SC's Textile Material Evaluation Team (TMET) equipment. This includes models such as Atlas LLC CI4000, CI35F, M222QTP, SDL Atlas LHT, M228AA, M6 units, Pellerin Milnor 36026Q6P, and Harris-Millipore HRO-400/HRO-200 systems.
Key requirements include:
- Preventative Maintenance: Monthly visits as directed, following manufacturer guidelines.
- Calibration: Performed every six (6) months for specified equipment and annually for others. Must be NIST traceable and documented.
- Response Time: Respond to service calls within 48 hours during normal business days.
- Parts: Provide OEM or equivalent approved parts; non-OEM parts require prior Government approval.
- Compliance: Adhere to manufacturer specifications, applicable ISO standards, and Army regulatory requirements.
- Deliverables: Submit a service report within ten (10) calendar days of service completion, including a Certificate of Calibration, description of services, parts replaced, findings, and technician details.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services)
- Submission Deadline: April 16, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Questions Deadline: April 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published Date: April 2, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted via E-MAIL ONLY to Kaylie Silva (kaylie.j.silva.civ@army.mil) and Lyndon Jagroop (lyndon.s.jagroop.civ@army.mil). Submissions should be in Word or PDF format and include:
- A Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Quote, inclusive of all charges (excluding taxes) and FOB destination shipping terms.
- Company name, address, CAGE code, DUNS number, Point of Contact (POC) name and e-mail address, and acknowledgement of any amendments.
- A clear demonstration of technical understanding of the SOW, including technical performance requirements, personnel qualifications, experience, and compliance with deliverables.
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Evaluation factors, in order of importance, are: Technical requirements, price, and past performance.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) under NAICS 541380, with current representations and certifications on record. The Government may not delay award for SAM registration. The Government reserves the right to award no contracts.