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3D Metal Printer

U.S. Department of Defense
Updated Jun 29, 2026 · 20:29 UTC

The Army needs a small business to deliver and install a 3D metal printer system at Fort Hood, TX.

Key Details

  • What exactly do they need?
  • A complete metal powder bed fusion 3D printing system, including physical delivery, onsite installation, OEM-led operator training, and operational verification.
  • The system shall be configured and supplied with a single 400-Watt laser, extended build height, reactive enabled, integrated powder-handling glove box, OEM powder sieving station, and specialized metal powder vacuum.
  • What's the contract structure and timeline?
  • The notice doesn't say.
  • How will they pick the winner?
  • The notice doesn't say.
  • When and how do you bid?
  • Bid deadline is July 9, 2026, 3:00 PM CST. Submit proposals through SAM.gov.

Who can apply

  • Any certified small business may apply.

If you're interested, do this first

  • Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
  • Write a 1-page summary of similar work you've done before.
  • Email the contracting officer to RSVP for the site visit.

Primary point of contact

Name
Marvin Hopkins
Email
marvin.e.hopkins4.mil@army.mil

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