72--Special Notice

The U.S. Army Contracting Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, through the Natick Contracting Division, plans to award a firm fixed price contract to Xeros, Inc., based in Manchester, New Hampshire, for a specialized commercial laundry machine. This machine employs a patented technology using polymer beads for cleaning, which aims to improve efficiency and significantly reduce the water consumption traditionally required for laundering. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 333318 and supports research activities at the Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center (NSRDEC). The contract will follow the federal regulation FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for a sole source award to Xeros, as their laundering method is proprietary and unique. The solicitation invites any responsible sources to submit bids, proposals, or quotations, which will be considered by the agency before a final decision is made. Interested parties are directed to send inquiries or responses via email to the designated point of contact, Maribel A. Vasquez, with no phone calls allowed. The notice for this requirement was posted on September 18, 2014, and will close on September 28, 2014, at 5:00 PM EDT. The contract ultimately supports the Department of Defense’s efforts to enhance operational sustainability through innovative cleaning technologies.