SAM #FA813227Q0001

Sole-source acquisition of three 55,000-PSI aircraft-component waterjet stripping systems

The Department of the Air Force is seeking three custom ultra-high-pressure waterjet systems to strip coatings from aircraft engine components. - Buyer and opportunity: Air Force Materiel Command, Air Force Sustainment Center, FA8132 AFSC PZIMC, Tinker Air Force Base; RFQ FA813227Q0001. - Requirement: Three 55,000-PSI articulated-arm waterjet stripping machines. Each system is described as having a six-axis FANUC robotic arm, a turntable, and two intensifier pumps, each capable of producing 55,000 PSI. - Source restriction: The attached justification identifies Progressive Surface Inc. as the only source that meets the requirements without significant duplication of government cost and effort. The systems are custom-manufactured for each purchase. - Experience cited: Progressive Surface previously supplied three systems under a competitive contract and completed four follow-on sole-source contracts. Its equipment and personnel are described as specialized and proven for aircraft components processed by the 76 PMXG. - Services and schedule: No separate services or period of performance are specified in the provided material.

Description

(3) Ultra High Water Jet Stripping Machines for removing coatings from aircraft engine components. Machines must have a 6 axis Fanuc robotic arm that controls the water flow direction, and a turntable.  Machines should have 2 intensifier pumps, each of which is able to apply 55KSI water pressure. 

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