35--Sam-20 Computer Motorized/Controlled CNC Sewing Machine

NA The US Army Robert Morris Acquisition Center, Natick Contracting Division, has a requirement to purchase a quantity of 1 each, Sam-20 CNC Sewing Machine to include operating software with the characteristics and capabilities of meeting the following: a. E xtra large capacity bobbin, length 1.75 inch diameter 1.25 inch, with ability to easily utilize large diameter, 6-8 cord, thread with a size 300 needle. b. User-friendly/user-programmable from a control pad or notebook PC, with control software suitable f or sewing parachute patterns. c. Powerful adjustable clamp capable of holding webbing up to 3 inches wide, and which lifts the work piece clear of the needle plate at the exact moment that each stitch is being set, tension control. d. A thread trimmer wh ich cuts the threads, and then holds them during the start of the next sewing cycle. e. A 5 inch x 3 inch standard sewing area. Additional requirements include: a. On-site installation and equipment set-up. b. On-site training of personnel. c. One set of two gauges for 8.5 inch tack for webbing. d. One set of bottom thread burners. e. Any associated freight charges should be included in the price of the sewing machine. NO SUBSTITIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. This acquisition is 100% set aside for small bus iness. A Firm Fixed Price purchase order will be awarded as a result of this Request for Quotation, RFQ. The NAICS Classification is 333292 the size standard for which is 500 employees. The RFQ will be posted on the Natick Acquisition Web Site: http:// www3.natick.army.mil on or about 10 September 2002. The due date for receipt of RFQ is 20 September 2002. All questions and/or inquiries MUST be submitted either by datafax or E-mail, NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE. The E-mail address is Elaine.Scarnici@nati ck.army.mil. The datafax number is +1 (555) 000-0000. See Note 1.