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Slitting, Die-Cutting, & Rewinding Machine
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This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by Anniston Army Depot under solicitation number W911KF-26-S-0016 to gather market research on the availability of a single 3-in-1 Slitting, Die-Cutting, and Rewinding Machine manufactured entirely in the United States. The RFI is strictly for planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or a commitment to procure; no contracts will be awarded based on responses, and the government will not reimburse any costs incurred in responding. Respondents are required to submit a Microsoft Word document by May 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST to christopher.r.wells36.civ@army.mil, including company name, mailing address, CAGE code, point of contact details, and business type classified under NAICS code 333248 with a 750-employee size standard. The machine must perform precision slitting at 16 preset widths from 1/8 inch to 3 inches, handle web widths of 10 to 26 inches and material thicknesses between 0.8 and 10 mil, with slitting accuracy of ±0.004 inches and die-cutting registration accuracy of ±0.006 inches. It must feature dual-shaft rewinding with servo-controlled tension, PLC automation with diagnostic capabilities, and include operator and maintenance manuals, electrical schematics, a spare knife set, and either a magnetic cylinder or solid rotary die. All components must be sourced and assembled in the U.S., complying with the Buy American Act, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, UL 508A, and ANSI B65 standards. Delivery is FOB Destination to Anniston Army Depot, Alabama, with the vendor responsible for installation, commissioning, and a minimum of four hours of on-site operator training. A 12-month full warranty and U.S.-based technical support and spare parts availability are mandatory. Respondents must address the adequacy of the Statement of Work, identify gaps in technical specifications, evaluate whether a hardware and software integration price can be accurately determined, and assess the sufficiency of the proposed period of performance. No evaluation factors, award basis, or pricing data are provided, as this is solely a market research tool. All submissions become government property and will not be returned. Questions must be submitted in writing via email and will
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NAICS
Place of Performance
AL, 36201, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
Anniston Army Depot
Slitting, Die-Cutting, and Rewinding Machine
- Description
THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue an RFQ in the future. This request for information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Army is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondees are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFQ, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be synopsized in the same manner as this notice, at beta.sam.gov. It is the responsibility of the potential offerors to monitor these sites for additional information pertaining to this requirement.
- Background
This requirement is for the procurement of one (1) made in USA 3 in 1 Slitting, Die-Cutting, & Rewinding Machine at Anniston Army Depot, Anniston, AL. See Attachment 1 – Statement of Work Delivery Date: TBD
3.0 Requested Information
3.1 Capability Statement, which includes any past performance examples of similar projects.
3.2 Recommended Contracting Strategy
3.3 Input/Responses on the following:
3.3.1 Are there enough details to assemble an accurate hardware price? If not, please identify shortcomings or other necessary information.
3.3.2 Are there enough details to assemble an accurate software and integration/installation price that will meet the Government’s requirement? If not, please identify shortcomings or other necessary information.
3.3.3 What additional information, if any, would be necessary to formulate a transition plan?
3.3.4 What sections, if any, require additional definition in order to properly specify your product?
3.3.5 Is the estimated Period of Performance time sufficient? If not, what would your firm propose?
3.3.6 Any additional questions/concerns/input your firm may have in regards to this Statement of Work (SOW).
4.0 Responses
4.1 Interested parties are requested to respond to this RFI via MS Word document by responding to the Point of Contact (POC) below.
4.2 Responses are due no later than 26 May 26 AT 10 AM CST. Responses shall be limited to those items referenced in section 3.0 and 4.3 and shall be submitted via e-mail only to christopher.r.wells36.civ@army.mil. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED. To aid the Government, please segregate proprietary information. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
4.3. Responses shall provide administrative information, and shall include the following as a minimum:
4.3.1 Company Name, mailing address, and CAGE code.
4.3.2 Name, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail of designated point of contact.
4.3.3 Business type (large business, small business, small disadvantaged business, 8(a)-certified small disadvantaged business, HUBZone small business, woman-owned small business, very small business, veteran-owned small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business) based upon North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 333248- All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Size Standard 750 employees
5.0 Industry Discussions
Anniston Army Depot representatives may or may not choose to meet with potential offerors. Such discussions would only be intended to get further clarification of potential capability to meet the requirements and any other items specified herein.
6.0 Questions
Questions regarding this announcement shall be submitted in writing by e-mail to christopher.r.wells36.civ@army.mil. Verbal questions or phone calls will NOT be accepted. Questions will be answered by posting responses to the beta.sam.gov website. Accordingly, questions shall NOT contain proprietary or classified information. The Government does not guarantee that questions received after 26 May 26 will be answered.
7.0 Summary
THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY to identify sources that can provide Slitting, Die-Cutting, & Rewinding Machine. The information provided in the RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. The Army has not made a commitment to procure any of the items discussed, and release of this RFI should not be construed as such a commitment or as authorization to incur cost for which reimbursement would be required or sought. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.
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