Barrel Bore Straightness Scanning System per Watervliet Arsenal (WVA)

The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command at Watervliet Arsenal, has initiated a sole-source, firm-fixed-price contract (W911PT26PA014) with Willrich Precision Instrument Company, Inc. for the procurement of one Novacam Cannon Barrel Scanning System and mounting fixture. Valued at $280,000.00 and funded via FY25 RDT&E funds, the system is essential for high-precision barrel bore straightness scanning in support of Large Caliber Cannon production. The acquisition is justified under FAR 13.501(a)(1)(ii) because Willrich Precision Instrument Company, Inc., as the original equipment manufacturer, is the only source capable of providing a system compatible with existing Watervliet Arsenal software and infrastructure, thereby avoiding costly re-engineering. The system is scheduled for delivery and integration at the Watervliet Arsenal in New York within 18 weeks of the contract award, which is projected for the first quarter of FY2026. Acceptance of the equipment will be based on its technical compatibility and adherence to the Statement of Work. This procurement followed market research and a SAM.gov source sought notice, confirming that no other vendors could meet the specific interoperability requirements. The contract is managed by Contracting Officer Lauren Scripps and Technical Lead Jordan Shepler.