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NASA sole-source requirement for an AconityMINI metal laser-beam-melting system

NASA is seeking a metal additive-manufacturing system for research at Langley Research Center through an intended sole-source acquisition from ACONITYUS, INC. - Requirement: One AconityMINI Laser Beam Melting System; the attachment identifies a used, pre-manufactured unit (part number 1001014513) offered at a 30% discount from standard cost. - System details: Includes a 1 kW AFX Fiber Laser; process chamber with a 140 mm build platform and powder reservoir; up to 170 mm vertical displacement; process-gas extraction; external filter housing; control unit; oxygen, pressure, and flow sensors; and a laser-proof enclosure. - Additional product: One optical rack for holding up to one 3D-scan unit (part number 1001008072), with 400 mm vertical displacement. - Software and research fit: AconitySTUDIO provides a freely programmable process sequence and open access to nearly all process parameters. An open software API and architecture support integration of bespoke research hardware and additional sensors. - Service: AconitySERVICE Bronze includes access to the Aconity3D Knowledge Base, ticket-based technical support, three users, and 10 hours of effort. - Buyer and use: NASA Shared Services Center is handling the acquisition for NASA Langley Research Center’s Durability, Damage Tolerance, & Reliability Branch. NASA states the system is important to research milestones being formulated to begin in FY27. - Acquisition approach: NASA intends to award sole-source to ACONITYUS, INC., described as the sole provider; the pre-manufactured unit is not available through resellers. The notice requests capability statements only, not quotes. - Response and timing: Capability statements are due October 8, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. Central Standard Time. The attachment states September 30, 2026, as the period-of-performance date/estimated delivery date; no duration or option periods are provided.

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** THIS IS A SOLE SOURCE REQUIREMENT ** for AconityMINI Laser Beam Melting System

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