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The National Ground Intelligence Center, operating under the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command, intends to award a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract to 3D Systems, Inc. for the repair or replacement of the laser head of the Viper SLA system (model 23500K902-01). This procurement is justified by the fact that replacement parts from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) offer the best cost-effectiveness and optimum performance, whereas using alternative laser components would reduce system efficiency and complicate user operation. The acquisition falls under the Test Program for Certain Commercial Items and complies with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, relying on statutory authority for sole-source procurement as set forth in U.S. Code and FAR provisions. Although this notice signals an intent to award without competitive proposals, the government welcomes responses within three days indicating interest and capability. Such responses must include sufficient documentation demonstrating bona fide capacity to fulfill the requirement, although the government retains sole discretion to proceed without competition. Prospective contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) to be eligible for award. Interested parties or those seeking additional information can contact the designated contract specialist by email. No costs incurred in responding will be reimbursed by the government.

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U.S. Army awards sole-source contract to 3D Systems for Viper SLA laser head repair.

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Department Of Defense → W00Y Contr Ofc Dodaac

NAICS

811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

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PostedSep 23

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W00Y Contr Ofc Dodaac

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OfficeCHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22911-8318, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W00Y Contr Ofc Dodaac

Office AddressCHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22911-8318, USA

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Full Description

This is a notice of intent to award a sole-source contract and is not a request for competitive proposals. The National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC), under the contracting authority of the U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) intents to issue a sole-source, firm fixed price, award to 3D Systems, Inc for repair/replacement of the Viper SLA system's (model number 23500K902-01) laser head. Replacement parts for the OEM laser are the most economical and provide the highest performance. Retrofitting these machines with other lasers decrease the performance and provide for a more cumbersome user interface.This item falls under the Test Program for Certain Commercial Items covered under FAR Subpart 13.5 and under the guidelines of FAR Part 12, Commercial Items. The statutory authority for this sole-source procurement is U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, the Government shall consider all responses received within three days of this posting. Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement. A determination not to compete this requirement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Written responses to this synopsis shall contain sufficient documentation to establish a bonafide capability to fulfill the requirement. The National Ground Intelligence Center will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice. Prospective contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) in order to be eligible for award. Information concerning CCR registered requirements may be viewed via on the internet at https://www.bpn.gov/ccr/. Please email Jessica Thomas, contract specialist, with responses or questions regarding this requirement at contact@example.gov.

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