ET Metal Powder Sieving Vacuums

Description

The Air Force intends to solicit the following supply: The 76 CMXG is requesting utilization of funds for the purchase of ET Metal Powder Sieving Vacuums. The requested equipment item description / specifications are outlined below. a. Item one - Metal Powder Sieving Vacuums �(qty. 1) 9053 SSS Sonic Powder Conditioner; SPC � ATEX �(qty. 2) 9053 SSS Sonic Powder Conditioner; SPC Three (3) Each stand alone unit must be a powder reclamation system designed to remove, collect, and sieve hazardous and reactive metal powders (Nickel, Cobalt Chrome, Aluminum) from GE Concept Laser M2 Series 5 printers. Each system shall be positioned adjacent to the M2 glove box and interface with the printer�s integrated vacuum port and overflow hopper outlet. System shall automatically extract powder, transfer it to a buffer hopper, and dispense it onto a sieve for classification with an automatically controlled feed rate to prevent overload. Includes two (2) vacuum hoses: one for the overflow hopper outlet and one for the printer vacuum port. � Powder conveyor system suitable for handling nickel, cobalt chrome, and aluminum alloys (e.g., equivalent to Piab FC.P100.TX2.32 for aluminum). � Must be capable of sieving under an inert gas atmosphere for all materials. (Includes interchangeable sieve sets: two (2) 75-micron sieves (for nickel/aluminum) and two (2) 63-micron sieves (for cobalt chrome) per system. � Features dual agitation methods (ultrasonic and vibratory) and an ultrasonic knocker to prevent powder bridging in the buffer hopper. � Includes integrated scales for measuring both coarse waste and fine reclaimed powder. � Must have an automated powder feed (e.g., pinch valve) from the buffer hopper to the sieve. � The system for aluminum processing must be explosion-proof and compliant with ATEX Zone 20 (or equivalent). � All systems must have CE or UL certification. � The manufacturer must demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years� experience producing comparable powder handling and sieving systems. � The manufacturer must provide redacted references from customers who have purchased the same system within the past twelve (12) months. A Firm Fixed Price type contract is contemplated. Estimated Period of Performance: 60 days ARO This is a small business set-aside System for Award Management (SAM) is required to receive any award. Contractors can register electronically at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. The NAICS code for this requirement is 332117 with a size standard of 550 EMP. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by submitting a proposal. Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation through Beta.sam.gov at https://sam.gov/content/home. No telephone requests. See Note 22. Authority is 10 USC 2304 (c)(1). Foreign Participation: No For further information contact: Sondra Groth Contract Specialist