SAM #W911SG26QA026

U.S. Army Solicitation for Advanced Manufacturing Training Using Brand Name 3D Printers and CNC Equipment at Fort Bliss

The U.S. Army, through the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Bliss, Texas, is seeking a contractor to deliver advanced manufacturing training for the 1st Armored Division. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army, Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC), Fort Bliss (W6QM MICC-FT BLISS) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Formlabs (Form 3) - 3D Systems (ProX 320) - MELD Manufacturing (MELD L3) - Markforged (Metal X, X7) - Makergear (UltraOne) - Stratasys (Fortus 900MC) - Haas Automation, Inc. (CNC Mill and Lathe) - Products/Services Requested: - Advanced Manufacturing Training Services: Six sessions (three onpost, three offpost), each lasting 6-8 weeks, to be completed within a 12-month period - Training covers CAD/CAM software (GrabCAD, IdeaMaker, Autodesk Fusion, Mastercam, Feature Cam, SolidWorks), 3D printing, CNC machining, additive and subtractive manufacturing - Capstone projects require students to produce final-use OEM parts - Contractor must provide off-base facilities, equipment, and materials; government provides on-base facilities and printers - Key equipment to be used in training includes: - Formlabs Form 3 (DLP Resin Printer) - 3D Systems ProX 320 (Metal Printer) - MELD L3 (Metal Printer) - Markforged Metal X (Metal Printer) - Markforged X7 (Polymer Printer) - Makergear UltraOne (Polymer Printer) - Stratasys Fortus 900MC (Polymer Printer) - Haas CNC Mill and Lathe - CT Scanner (industrial, plastics and metals) - Sand Molding/Injection Molding Printers - Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - Hybrid WAAM system - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Training must use JMTC-certified brand name printers - Instructors must have technical acceptability in brand, education, equipment experience, and teaching - Training is split between on-base and off-base locations (off-base within 15 miles of Fort Bliss) - Capstone projects must result in production of final-use OEM parts - Set aside for SBA-eligible small businesses (including HUBZone, SDVOSB, and women-owned) - Compliance with detailed Performance Work Statement (PWS) and technical requirements

Description

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command – Fort Bliss is issuing this solicitation to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support the requirement for Advanced Manufacturing Training for the 1st Armored Division. The intention is to procure these services on a competitive basis.  

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Bliss, TX, has a requirement for a contractor to provide all labor, materials, and supervision necessary to perform Advanced Manufacturing Training for the 1st Armored Division. Services shall be provided in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to be released with the solicitation. Training shall be conducted in six (6) recurring sessions, with each session lasting no less than six (6) weeks and no more than eight (8) weeks. All training sessions shall be completed within the 12‑month performance period.

All question responses regarding this solicitation must be submitted by email no later than 07 April 2026 at 12:00 MST to ensure the Government can provide a timely response. All official Government responses will be issued through a written amendment to the solicitation.

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