Large Roundness Machine

Solicitation FA812626Q0013 is a firm fixed price contract issued by the Department of the Air Force for the procurement of a high accuracy Large Roundness Machine, specifically the Special SPS-1000. The estimated contract value is 345,375 dollars, with the award designated as a sole source acquisition from Taylor Hobson Inc., identified as the only source capable of meeting the government's technical requirements. The scope of work includes the furnishing, shipping, installation, assembly, and calibration of the Roundness and Geometry Measuring System at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. The system must be a new, commercially available model featuring a granite table, motorized spindle, and switchable inch/metric measurement capabilities, while adhering to ANSI B89.3.1 and OSHA safety standards. The contract stipulates a performance period of 20 weeks from the date of award receipt, with delivery terms set as FOB Destination. Key deliverables include the hardware, comprehensive maintenance documentation, basic and advanced operator training, and a two-year warranty covering parts and labor with a 72-hour onsite response time. The contractor is required to use an OEM-certified technician for installation and must comply with strict marking and packaging standards, including MIL-STD-130 for unique item identification and MIL-STD-129 for shipment labeling. Administrative requirements mandate electronic invoicing through the Wide Area WorkFlow system, and final acceptance will occur at the destination following government quality conformance inspections.