35 -- ULTRA-HIGH ACCURACY COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

Notice Date

September 7, 2000

Contracting Office

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, Acquisition Center, Bldg 4488, Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5280

ZIP Code

35898-5280

Solicitation Number

DAAH01-00-R-R009

Response Due

October 23, 2000

Point of Contact

(RDPC) Beverly Gonzales, Contract Specialist, 256-876-5255, Raymond L. Shores, Contracting Officer, 256-876-3432

Description

TITLE: ULTRA-HIGH ACCURACY COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE, SET-UP, AND ON-SITE TRAINING SOL DAAH01-00-R-R009 DUE October 23, 2000 POC Beverly Gonzales, Contract Specialist, 256-876-5255 or Raymond L. Shores, Contracting Officer, 256-876-3432. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation. Solicitation number: DAAH01-00-R-R009, Noun: Ultra-High Accuracy Coordinate Measuring Machine, set-up, and on-site training, PRON: G00ECA17KN, NSN: , Closing date: 23 Oct 00, SIC Code: 3545, e-mail: beverly.gonzales@redstone.army.mil. 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. This is the request for proposal. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 97-19. This requirement consists of one Ultra-High Accuracy Coordinate Measuring Machine as specified below, installation, set-up, technical manuals for maintenance and repair, and on-site training for a minimum of six individuals. Measurement Accuracy. 1. The primary use of this CMM is for general-purpose three-dimensional geometric measurement, providing ultra-high accuracy and repeatability to "current industry standards." 2. The primary basis of the machine's ultra-high accuracy shall be due to its fundamental structural design, the precision and quality of its mechanical components, and the materials used in its construction. Use of computer software techniques as the primary method to enhance performance of a standard CMM configuration to "current industry standards" for ultra-high accuracy is not desirable. 3. Volumetric accuracy approaching the "two micrometer range" or less for a base system configuration is desirable. 4. Resolution of the machine's linear measurement scales shall be in the range of 0.2 micrometers or less. 5. Accuracy specifications shall be clearly defined by listing values according to VDI/VDE 2617, ISO 10 360-2, and ASME B89 standards, including length measurement uncertainty, volumetric measurement uncertainty, and probing uncertainty. Values for a base system configuration, and the impact of specific additional equipment options on base system accuracy including rotary table and probe head configurations shall be clearly defined. Verification of stated system accuracy is required. System Configuration: Vertical Arm Type with Rotary Table. 1. Option A: Stationary table with moving bridge. 2. Option B: Stationary bridge portal with moving table. 3. 4-Axis measurement: X (bridge axis), Y (bridge guide rail/moving table axis), Z (vertical axis), and W (rotation about Z-axis). 4. Remote Control Unit for manual CMM measurement operations, and a computer system for direct computer controlled CMM programming and operation. Rotary Table. 1. W-axis measurement requires a rotary table that is fully integrated into the CMM measurement system. 2. Option A: Flush mounted rotary table integrated into CMM granite surface plate (preferred option). 3. Option B: Surface mounted rotary table on top of CMM granite surface plate. Maximum System Installation Volume for Machine and Related Equipment. The CMM and its related equipment must be able to operate within a workspace volume of: 77 inches width, 168 inches length, and 144 inches height (floor to ceiling). There are 30-inch or wider aisles around the perimeter of this workspace. Measurement Range of Base System Configuration. 1. Option A: 35 inches X-axis, 47 inches Y-axis, 26 inches Z-axis measurement range or larger. 2. Option B: measurement range volume of 50,000 cubic inches (0.82 cubic meters) or larger, that includes a 35 inch X-axis and 26 inch Z-axis measurement range or larger. 3. A clear description of how probe head configuration(s) affect measurement range of base system configuration specifications is required. 4. A clear description of how the rotary table installation affects measurement range of base system configuration specifications is required. Probing System. 1. Touch-trigger probing system with both single-point and high-speed scanning measurement capability. Probing capability in all six directions. Specify typical and maximum scanning speeds and related measurement accuracy. 2. Option A: Automatic 2-angle articulating probe head with both single-point and scanning measurement capability in a single probe head configuration. 3. Option B: Separate probe head systems that are manually interchangeable by CMM operator, to include: 1) a non-articulating scanning measurement probe head, and 2) an automatic 2-angle articulating single-point measurement probe head. CMM probe head interface has to be configured so that a qualified CMM operator can perform probe head changes in a reasonable manner. Computer Hardware. Pentium III 700 MHz (or better processor) personal computer for MS Windows-based operating systems, or comparable RSIC processor workstation for Unix-based operating systems, with minimum 19 inch color monitor (1280 x 1040 resolution). Internal or external data backup system required (i.e., dat tape drive, zip disk drive, or CD-writer). Laser printer or high-quality inkjet printer required. Computer Software. 1. A complete suite of three-dimensional (3-D) measurement software applications that are considered robust, full-featured, industry "state-of-the-art," and "operator-friendly." Realistic demonstrations of software capabilities will be required. 2. Software that fully integrates computer-aided-design (CAD) modeling into CMM programming and measurement routines. Import and export geometric input data and measurement output data with CAD systems via IGES and other CAD digital data formats. 3. On-line and off-line CMM programming capability, with DMIS file format compatibility. 4. Graphical feature analysis, including complex surface measurement and surface analysis capability. 5. Graphical reporting capability, which allows users to customize measurement output and format of reports. 6. Best-fitting and statistical analysis capability. Gear Measurement. Analytical gear measurement capability for all types of specialty gears including spur gears, straight bevel gears, spiral bevel gears, worm gears, and helical gears (provide details). The date of delivery shall be 6 months after receipt of award. The place of delivery, acceptance and FOB point is RASA Central Receiving, Building 8022, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, marked for the attention of Gene A. Rubert, CSTE-DTC-RT-E-CS, phone (256) 842-6961. The Provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The Provision 52.212-2, Evaluation -- Commercial Items, is applicable. In order of importance, the specific evaluation criteria to be included in paragraph a are: Technical capability, Past performance, and Price. Technical capability and past performance, when combined, are significantly more important than price. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items, with its offer. The Clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The clause, 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes Or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The additional clauses cited at paragraph (b) in the clause and applicable to this acquisition are: (1), (3), (5), (11), (12), (13), (14), (15), (19), (20), (23), and (24). The date, time and place offers are due: Offers are due via e-mail, fax, or mail by, October 23, 2000, 4:30 P.M., local time, in the contracting office, Building 5400, Room B132, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, 35898-5280. Proposals/Offers received after the specified due date will not be considered for award. The name and telephone number of the individual to contact for information regarding this solicitation is Ms. Beverly Gonzales (256) 876-5255; fax (256) 876-7799; e-mail beverly.gonzales@redstone.army.mil. Mail address is Commander, U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, Acquisition Center, Research Development and Engineering Center, Redstone Arsenal, AL, 35898-5280.

Record

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