X209 Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) Machines FY27

Solicitation RFP511373 is a fixed-price contract issued by Oak Ridge National Laboratory, managed by UT-Battelle LLC for the Department of Energy, to procure two metal laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) additive manufacturing systems. The requirement includes one medium-scale dual-laser system and one large-scale six-laser tall-build system. Both machines must utilize a common OEM software environment for build preparation, machine control, and parameter management to ensure seamless workflow and file transfer between systems. The scope encompasses the procurement, delivery, installation, commissioning, acceptance testing, documentation, software, and training. Technical specifications require inert-atmosphere operation with oxygen levels of 500 ppm or less, 20 micron layer-thickness capability, near-infrared layer imaging, and independent beam-shaping options for Gaussian or ring modes. The contract will be awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis to a responsible offeror meeting all technical requirements without exception. Key deliverables include the hardware, ancillary powder handling equipment, and comprehensive technical documentation. Acceptance involves a two-stage process consisting of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), both utilizing Haynes 282 powder for qualification. Shipping is FOB Destination for domestic orders and Delivered at Place (DAP) for international shipments. Payment terms are Net 30 for large businesses and Net 15 for small businesses via electronic funds transfer. Compliance requirements include DOE O 205.1D cybersecurity standards, Buy American preferences for supplies exceeding 15,000 USD, and specific reporting for organizational conflicts of interest.