The Army needs a small business to supply a single CNC 5 Axis Gantry Mill for its Letterkenny Army Depot.
Key Details
- What exactly do they need? The Army needs a single CNC 5 Axis Gantry Mill to be delivered and installed at Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD). The mill must meet specific technical requirements, including chip-conveyor with coolant management, at least 80 tool magazine, and simultaneous 5-axis operations. The contractor must also provide a post-processor for the mill and ensure that the machine's control and control software are compatible with MASTERCAM26.
- What's the contract structure and timeline? This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a single CNC 5 Axis Gantry Mill. The contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the government, price and other factors considered. The anticipated award date is August 28, 2026.
- How will they pick the winner? The government will evaluate offers based on technical merit, past performance, and price. The technical evaluation will consider factors such as the proposed mill's specifications, preventive maintenance and repair plan, and testing and training plan. The government may also consider additional safety features and value-added benefits offered by the contractor.
- When and how do you bid? Bids are due on July 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Offers must be submitted electronically through SAM.gov.
Who can apply
- Must be a certified small business
- Has experience with CNC machining and manufacturing
- Has a strong track record of delivering complex equipment on time
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov
- Review the technical requirements for the CNC 5 Axis Gantry Mill and ensure that your offer meets or exceeds each of the items listed in section 4.1-4.4 of the Purchase Description (PD)
Primary point of contact
Name
Danielle Rhone
Email
danielle.r.rhone.civ@army.mil
Phone
(717) 267-8480