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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on May 26, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Electric Fusion Fluxer and Accessories

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The US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) intends to award a sole source contract to Environmental Express, Inc. for the procurement of a new Electric Fusion Fluxer and associated accessories to support specialized research on Rare Earth Elements (REE) within its Environmental Processes Branch. The equipment must be compact and portable, conforming to stringent specifications including dimensions of no more than 17 inches in each direction, operation at 115 VAC single phase, a maximum power of 1500 watts, temperature capability up to 1200°C, and a maximum weight of 50 lbs. Required accessories include a crucible and mold, each composed of 95% platinum and 5% gold. The contract will also mandate a minimum one-year manufacturer’s warranty covering parts, labor, and travel, and all shipping costs—including duties and tariffs—must be included in the price. Delivery is expected at ERDC’s Vicksburg, Mississippi location by September 30, 2026. This acquisition is justified under FAR 12.102(a) as a sole source due to Environmental Express, Inc. being uniquely capable of meeting the precise dimensional, portability, and technical requirements specified. Market research has determined no other vendor is able to supply such equipment, particularly meeting the government's small business requirements under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing). Although this notice invites capability statements, it is not a request for competitive proposals, and the government retains discretion on whether to pursue competitive procurement based on responses. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and pricing electronically by June 1, 2026, with no formal proposal format specified beyond technical data and price information. The contract documents do not include typical FAR contract clause inserts or detailed packaging and marking requirements, nor do they stipulate payment, invoicing, or inspection procedures beyond delivery and acceptance at the designated ERDC facility. The procurement is expected to follow firm-fixed-price terms, with government oversight conducted through designated contracting personnel at ERDC-Vicksburg.

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US Army awards sole source contract to Environmental Express for portable Electric Fusion Fluxer by 2026.

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Department Of Defense → W2R2 USA Engr R & D Ctr

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334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

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MS, 39180, USA

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Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source Contract for Electric Fusion Fluxer

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W2R2 USA Engr R & D Ctr
Contacts2 people available
OfficeVICKSBURG, MS, 39180-6199, USA
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Department Of Defense → W2R2 USA Engr R & D Ctr
Office AddressVICKSBURG, MS, 39180-6199, USA
Contacts
Crystal Elizabeth North
David Ammermann

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Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract


The US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis (IAW RFO FAR 12.102(a)) with Environmental Express, Inc., 2345 Charleston Regional Pkwy. Ste. A. Charleston, SC 29492-8405 for the supply of an Electric Fusion Fluxer and accessories.


1. Requirement Background:


The Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) Environmental Laboratory (EL), Environmental Processes Branch (EPB) requires an Electric Fusion Fluxer and accessories to support ongoing research related to the determination, characterization, and use of Rare Earth Elements (REE). The equipment will be used for preparing high-quality glass disks (fusion beads) for X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and solutions for Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) analyses. This requirement will advance ongoing research within the EPB Branch.


2. Product Description & Specifications:


The requirement is for a new, compact, portable, single-position electric fusion fluxer that meets the following minimum specifications:


Dimensions: Not to exceed 17" (H) x 17" (W) x 17" (D)


Voltage: 115 VAC, single phase


Maximum Power: 1500 watts


Maximum Temperature: 1200°C


Frequency: 50-60 Hz


Weight: Not to exceed 50 lbs


Accessories: Must include one crucible (95% Platinum, 5% Gold) and one mold (95% Platinum, 5% Gold).


Warranty: The contract must include at least a one-year manufacturer's warranty covering parts, labor, and travel.


Other: Price shall include all shipping charges (including any duties or tariffs).


3. Justification for Sole Source:


Market research was conducted and determined that Environmental Express, Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing an "Electric Fusion Fluxer" that meets all of the government’s minimum needs, particularly the dimensional and portability requirements. Market research indicates Environmental Express Inc. is the sole small business capable of meeting the requirements.


4. Acquisition Information:


This acquisition is being conducted in accordance with RFO FAR 12.102(a). The intended procurement will be classified under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a Small Business Size Standard of 1,000 employees. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation document exists for this requirement.


However, parties interested in responding to this notice shall submit technical data, including price, sufficient to demonstrate their capability in providing the same product. All capability statements received by the closing date of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.


5. Submission Instructions:


Capability statements shall be submitted by e-mail as a Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachment. Statements are due by 2:00 PM Central Time, Monday, June 1, 2026. No phone calls will be accepted.


Point of Contact:


Crystal North, Contract Specialist, Email: Crystal.E.North@usace.army.mil


David Ammermann, Contracting Officer, Email: David.G.Ammermann@usace.army.mil


6. Place of Performance:


Delivery Address: ERDC-Vicksburg, 3909 Halls Ferry Road, Vicksburg, MS 39180


Delivery Date: Must be delivered no later than 9/30/2026