SOLICITATION NOTICE
34 -- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a CNC Lathe.
- Notice Date
- 9/14/2007
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 333512
— Machine Tool (Metal Cutting Types) Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Aviation Applied Technology Directorate, ATTN: AMSRD-AMR-AA-C, Building 401, Lee Boulevard, Fort Eustis, VA 23604-5577
- ZIP Code
- 23604-5577
- Solicitation Number
- W911W6-07-C-07-0056
- Response Due
- 9/19/2007
- Archive Date
- 11/18/2007
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is W911W6-07-C-0056 and is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). Under this number, the Aviation Applied Technology Directorate (AATD) intends to award a firm fix ed price contract utilizing Far Part 13.5 Test Program For Certain Commercial Items. The requirement is for a computer numerically controlled (CNC) Lathe with both milling and turning capabilities to accommodate rapid prototype machining. The CNC Lathe w ill be used to rapidly machine components from solid metal including steel and aluminum for final products that AATD is required to fabricate. We intend to acquire the following: CLIN 0001 (CNC Lathe) Including all machine input options, set-up and inst allation, training, standard tool package, and required manuals. 1.1Machine Construction,1.1.1 The machine frame must be of a heavy duty cast iron construction.1.1.2 The machine must be fully enclosed with large access doors. 1.1.3 The machine must be equi pment with heavy duty linear rails for X, Y, and Z axis.1.1.4 The machine must feature double nut, pre-tensioned ball screws 1.1.5 The machine must feature grease pack lubrication for ways and ball screws 1.2Machine Capacity,1.2.1. The machine must feature a 12inch diameter hydraulic chuck with soft jaws and a foot pedal for jaw activation.1.2.2 The machine must have a minimum swing capacity of 29 inch,1.2.3 The machine must be capable of turning a diameter of 16.5 inch ,1.2.4 The machine must be capable of a work bar capacity of 4.0inch,1.2.5 The machine must be capable of supporting 1400 pounds at the chuck,1.2.6 The machine must be capable of supporting 2100 pounds with tail stock,1.3Main Spindle,1.3.1 Th e machine must have a non-geared direct drive integral spindle motor ,1.3.2 The main spindle motor must have a 3300 rpm capability 1.3.3 The main spindle nose must be type JIS A2-11inch,1.3.4 The main spindle through hole diameter must be at least 4 1/4 inch,1.3.5 The main spindle motor output must be 40 horse power at a 30 minute rating, and 30 horse power at a continuous rating,1 .4Machine Turret;1.4.1 The machine must be capable of performing turning operations up to 16.5inch in diameter, 1.4.2 The machine must be capable of performing milling operations both vertically and horizontally to include X axis, Z axis, Y axis and C axis (chuck) movement,1.4.3 The machine must have an automatic high speed indexing VDI type turret, with bolt on tooling, and be capable of bi-directional movement,1.4.4 The machine turret must index within .25 second for one step index, and within 1 second fo r full index,1.4.5 The machine turret must be capable of holding 12 tools,1.4.6 The machine turret must be capable of holding 1.0inch x 1.0inch standard size turning tools and 2.0inch diameter standard size boring tools,1.5Rotary tool spindle, 1.5.1 The ro tary tool spindle must be capable of producing 70 ft lbs of torque at a 4 minute rating, 1.5.2 The rotary tool spindle must be capable of 4000 revolutions per minute,1.5.3 The rotary tool spindle motor output must be capable of 10 horse power at a 4 minute rating,1.6 Standard Tool Package,1.6.1 Qty three (3) right hand / fwd turning tool holders with external coolant supply capable of holding a standard 1inch x 1inch rh turning tool,1.6.2 Qty one (1) left hand / reverse turning tool holder with external c oolant supply capable of holding a standard 1inch x 1inch lh turning tool,1.6.3 Qty one (1) right hand / fwd facing tool holder with external coolant supply capable of holding a standard 1inchx 1inch rh facing tool,1.6.4 Qty two (2) Boring Bar Holders wi th 2.0inch inside diameter and external coolant supply, capable of holding a standard 2.0 diameter boring bar, 1.6.5 Qty one (1) U-drill holder with a 2.0inch outside diameter and a 40 mm inside diameter, 1.7Motion,1.7.1 The machine must have X-axis Rapid Traverse Feed Rate of 1150 inches per minute minimum,1.7.2 The machine must have an X-axis Travel of 10.0inch minimum,1.7.3 The machine must have Y-axis Rapid Traverse Feed Rate of 560 inches per minute minimum,1.7.4 The machine must have an Y-axis Travel of +2.875inch - 2.875inch minimum,1.7.5 The machine must have Z-axis Rapi d Traverse Feed Rate of 1250 inches per minute minimum,1.7.6 The machine must have a Z-axis Travel of 60.0inch minimum,1.7.7 The machine tailstock Rapid Traverse must be 300 IPM minimum,1.7.8 The C Axis (chuck) motion must be capable of .0001 degree indexi ng increments,1.8Accuracy,1.8.1 The machine X axis must have a positioning accuracy of .00035 over 4inch, and repeatability accuracy of + - .00005 (Based on JIS B6631/B6330standards),1.8.2 The machine Y axis must have a positioning accuracy of .0004 over 2inch, and repeatability accuracy of + - .00010 (Based on JIS B6631/B6330standards) 1.8.3 The machine Z axis must have a positioning accuracy of .0004 over 12inch, and repeatability accuracy of + - .00005 (Based on JIS B6631/B6330standards),1.8.4 The machine C axis Main Spindle movement (chuck) must have a positioning accuracy of 15 Ar c seconds, and a repeatability accuracy of 5 Arc seconds (Based on JIS B6631/B6330standards),1.9Tailstock,1.9.1 The machine tailstock must be Programmable by the cnc control for both the Z axis positioning and tailstock pressure setting,1.9.2 The machine tailstock must be positioned by ball screw and servo axis drive using the cnc control (by either menu key or M code),1.9.3 The machine tailstock must be equipped with a #5 Morse taper with a built in live center,1.9.4 The tailstock thrust must be selectab le levels and capable of 2000 lbs,2.0Machine CNC control features,2.0.1 The machine CNC control must feature Full Conversational Programming for X, Y Z, and C Axis,2.0.2 The machine CNC control must feature Full EIA / ISO G -Code and M -code Programming for X, Y Z, and C (chuck) Axis,2.0.3 The machine CNC control must feature 3 Dimensional graphics work part simulation in a solid model environment to include split view of work ,2.0.4 The machine CNC control must feature 3 Dimensional graphics machining simulation in a solid model environment showing the chuck, turret, tooling and tailstock, to include crash avoidance simulation,2.0.5 The machine CNC control must be capable of Sub-Micron input in .00001 increments,2.0.6 The machine CNC control must feat ure a full keyboard with mouse or pointing device,2.0.7 The machine CNC control must feature a USB port and a Ethernet LAN port for file transfer,2.0.8 During machine operation the machine CNC control must be capable of background tool path check and back ground programming 2.0.9 The machine CNC control must feature an alphanumeric naming convention with at least 30 characters,2.0.10 The machine CNC control must feature 2 MB RAM storage capacity,2.0.11 The machine CNC control must feature a 12inch color monitor,2.0.1 1 The machine CNC control must be Microsoft Windows based and have a minimum of 20 GB hard drive capacity,2.0.12 The machine CNC control must have Inch / Metric conversion capability allowing the operator to program conversationally in either Inch or Metric,2. 0.13 The machine CNC control must display the machine active loads during operation ,2.0.14 The machine CNC control must feature a Tool and Material library having preloaded machining surface speeds for various materials that are customizable, and tools definitions that are customizable,2.0.15 The machine CNC control must feature cylindrical coordinate (G07), polar coordinate(G12) & polar coordinate(G122) programming in conversational mode ,2.0.16 The machine CNC control must feature tread milling pro gramming in conversational mode,2.0.17 The machine CNC control must feature milling spindle synchronous rigid tapping in conversational mode for main spindle and live tools,2.0.18 The machine CNC control must be programmable to activate chuck jaw open/close in both conversational and G-code programming for bar puller operations,2.0.19 The machine CNC control must have automatic load detection during pecking cycle drilling to protect against spindle overload,2.0.20 The machine CNC control must have re-threading capability to allow an operator to re-thr ead existing threaded parts,2.0.21 The machine CNC control must have in-process thread start point compensation to allow an operator to adjust spindle speed during threading operations ,2.1Machine options,2.1.1 The machine must feature a Tool set touch pr obe for X axis, Y axis, and Z axis ,2.1.2 The machine must feature high power coolant system with 200 PSI minimum,2.1.3 The machine must feature a Side Chip Conveyor for chip evacuation,2.1.4 The machine must be supplied with a multi-tap transformer to ac commodate 480 VAC electrical service,2.1.5 The machine must feature a CD ROM to include all manuals for programming, operation and maintenance,2.2 Set-up and Installation,2.2.1 Foundation drawings with the specifications of foundation requirements and a c omplete pre installation procedure form must be provided 30 days prior to shipment of the machine. 2.2.2 A quantity of one (1) operating, one (1) programming, and one (1) maintenance manuals are required,2.2.3 Foundation kit (plates) must be provided,2.3 Machine Start Up,2.3.1 The machine must be shipped fully assembled,2.3.2 Instruction and machine sta rt up by a qualified service engineer must be included,2.4 Training,2.4.1 Training for two (2) machine operators shall be provided for programming, operation and maintenance of the machine. Training must be sufficient enough to allow immediate and proffec ient use by the operators, 2.5 Spare Parts and Service,2.5.1 The manufacturer must provide spare parts upon request and have an inventory that allows for prompt delivery of parts,2.5.2 The manufacturer shall provide information and assistance on installati on, operation, training, and repair of the machine upon request. These services shall be provided only by factory direct qualified service engineers, 2.5.3 The manufacturer must have a proven record of product longevity and reliability and be capability t o respond to service calls within 24 to 48 hours,2.5.4 The manufacturer must provide minimum one (1) year warranty against parts defects,(CLIN 0002 Non-Standard Tooling)2.6 Non-Standard Tooling,2.6.1 The machine must be supplied with four (4) CAT 40 rotary live tool holders for vertical machining, with external coolant supply,2.6.2. The machine must be supplied with four (4) CAT 40 rotary live tool holders for horizontal machining, with external coolant supply,2.6.3 The machine must be supplied with one (1) Boring Bar Holder sleeve with a 1 3/4inch inside diameter and a 2.0inch outside diameter,2.6.4 The machine must be supplied with one (1) Boring Bar Holder sleeve with a 1 1/4inch inside diameter and a 2.0inch outside diameter,2.6.5 The machine must be supplied with one (1) Drill sleeve with a 2.0inch outside diameter and a #4 Morse taper, 2.6.6The machine must be supplied with one (1) CAT 40 milling chuck ( for 1/4inch - 5/8inch diameter capacity collets),2.6.7 The machine must be supplied with one (1 ) CAT 40 milling chuck ( for 1/8inch - 1/2inch diameter capacity collets),(CLIN 0003 Shipping) Shipping to FOB destination. All items shall be delivered 120 days after contract award (estimated award date 24 September 2007), to AATD, Building 3519A Mulbe rry Island Rd, Fort Eustis VA 23604-5577. This synopsis/ solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-20. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and is in corporated by reference. Please review the clause carefull y to ensure that you are submitting all required information with your proposal. A technical description of the items offered in sufficient detail to evaluate compliance with requirements, to include product literature and warranty as applicable, shall be submitted. Also in accordance with the clause, all prospective offerors must be actively registered in the Central Contractor Registration prior to award. FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and paragraph (a) is completed as follows: The Government will use a best value approach in the evaluation of proposals. Contractors are therefore reminded that the Government will not necessarily purchase the lowest priced item but the item that provides the Government with the best value. The following factors listed in their relative order of importance shall be used to evaluate offers: 1) Technical specification, the offered items ability to meet the salient characteristics stated; 2) Past Performance showing machine and business , longevity and reliability, submit at least three relevant references. 3) Price; Technical specifications and past performance when combined are more important than price. This acquisition is a full and open competition. The North American Industry Class ification System Code (NAICS) is 333512, Machine Tool (Metal Cutting Types) Manufacturing. Offerors must complete , Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items, and their DFARS Representations and Certifications at: https://orca.bpn.gov/ p rior to proposal submission. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items; and FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders Commercial Items. The following additional clauses apply to this acquisition:FAR 52.247-34, F.O.B. Destination; 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by Reference; DFARS 252.246-7000, Material Inspection and Receiving Report; 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applica ble to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items; The following clauses cited within FAR 52.212-5 apply: FAR 52.203-6, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government; 52.219-8, Utilization of Small Business Concerns; 52.222-3, Convict Labor; 52.222-1 9, Child Labor; 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (EO); 52.222-35, EO for Special Disabled Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled V eterans;52.222-39, Notification of Employee Rights Concerning Payment of Union Dues or Fees; 52.222-50, Combating Trafficking in Persons (Aug 2007) (Applies to all contracts); 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases; 52.232-33, Payment by Elec tronic Funds Transfer; 52.247-64 Preference for Privately Owned U.S. Flag Commercial Vessels. The following clauses cited within DFAR 252.212-7001 apply: 52.203-3, Gratuities; 252.225-7001, Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program; 252.225-7012, Pr eference for Certain Domestic Commodities; 252.225-7014, Preference for Domestic Specialty Metals; 252.225-7016, Restriction on Acquisition of Ball and Roller Bearings (Mar 2006); 252.227-7015, Technical DataCommercial Items (Nov 1995)(10 U.S.C. 2320); 25 2.232-7003, Electronic Submission of Payment Requests; 252.243-7002, Requests for Equitable Adjustment; 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea (May 2002)(U.S.C. 2410); 252.247-7024, Notification of Transportation of Supplies by Sea (March 2000)(10 U.S.C.2631). The full text of the clauses or provisions may be accessed electronically at one of the following links: http://www.acq.osd.mil ;http://www.arnet.gov/far ;http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffar1.htm ; http://farsite.hill.af.mil/ Proposals are due Se ptember 19, 2007, 4:00 PM, EST, and shall be submitted to the Aviation Applied Technology Directorate, Attn: AMSRD-AMR-AA-C (Ken Helms), 401 Lee Blvd., Fort Eus tis VA 23604-5577 by facsimile, email, or regular mail. Point of contact is Ken Helms, phone: (757) 878-5909, fax: (757) 878-0008, email: ken.helms@conus.army.mil, Place of performance: Aviation Applied Technology Directorate ATTN: AMSRD-AMR-AA-SD, Buildi ng 3508 Mulberry Island Road Fort Eustis Virginia, 23604-5577
- Place of Performance
- Address: Aviation Applied Technology Directorate ATTN: AMSRD-AMR-AA-C, Building 401, Lee Boulevard Fort Eustis VA
- Zip Code: 23604-5577
- Country: US
- Zip Code: 23604-5577
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