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Supply of Mecademic 6DOF Robot Arm and Accessories

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The Department of Commerce NIST is seeking a subcontract for the supply of one Mecademic Robotics MECA500-R4-OB or equivalent 6-degree-of-freedom robot arm and associated accessories. This equipment is intended for prime contractors working on NIST Intelligent Systems Division projects, specifically for use in robotic assembly and portable demonstrations. The successful provider must deliver a fully functional system FOB Destination and provide all necessary authorized reseller documentation and technical product literature. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 423830. The place of performance is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 11, 2026.

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NIST seeks a small business to supply one Mecademic robot arm by September 2026.

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Department Of Commerce NistView Agency

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423830 - Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant WholesalersView NAICS

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Gaithersburg, MD, 20877, USA

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Mecademic Robotics MECA500-R4-OB Robot Arm

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Supplies one Mecademic Robotics MECA500-R4-OB (or equivalent) 6-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) robot arm and accessories for prime contractors on NIST Intelligent Systems Division projects. Provides the robot arm system and related accessories suitable for robotic assembly and portable demonstrations. Requires authorized reseller documentation and technical product literature. Delivers one fully functional robot arm system FOB Destination.

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