Stratasys Fortus 450mc F900 3D Printer

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation FA480326Q0071, and its purpose is to incorporate answers to questions and provide clarifications.

• End User Organization/Department: The government response indicates the Department of Air Force.
• End User Point of Contact: The government response provides Mar Rodriguez at maria_del_mar.rodriguez_martinez@us.af.mil.
• Installation/Delivery Location: The government response specifies 526 Houston Ave, Shaw AFB, SC, 29152.
• Intended Use/Application: The government response states "No required."

This amendment incorporates answers and clarifications, which may affect bidder understanding of requirements and submission details. No specific changes to deadlines or submission rules are mentioned in this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation FA480326Q0071, dated 04 Jun 2026, by adding "Attachment 03_ Q&A" to the solicitation documents. The solicitation number is updated to FA480326Q00710001.

• Solicitation Number: Updated from FA480326Q0071 to FA480326Q00710001.
• Attachments: "Attachment 03_ Q&A" has been added.

No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated. Bidders should ensure they have received and reviewed the newly added "Attachment 03_ Q&A".

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for the procurement of a Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer and associated accessories. The purpose is to provide the squadron with on-site manufacturing capabilities for complex and mission-critical plastic components.

• One (1) Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer system and accessories.

• The item must strictly adhere to the Salient Characteristics detailed in Attachment 01.

• Product Service Code: 3610.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Offerors must annotate that prices are valid through September 30, 2026.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Thursday, June 25, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.

• Contractor Questions Cutoff: Thursday, June 11, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.

• Technical Acceptability: Offerors must provide a written technical approach (max 5 pages) demonstrating adherence to the Salient Characteristics. This will be rated as acceptable/unacceptable.

• Evaluation Factors: The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering the following factors:

  1. Lowest Price.
  2. Technically Acceptable.

• The government will evaluate the lowest priced offers for technical acceptability. If the first three (3) lowest priced offers are technically acceptable, no further offers will be evaluated. If any of the first three are unacceptable, the evaluation will continue until three technically acceptable offers are found.

• Not specified in the provided sections.

• Payment will be processed through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to electronic submission of payment requests, health and safety, and contractor access to installations.

• Attachments referenced include: Attachment 01_Salient Characteristics and Attachment 02_Stratasys-Fortus-450mc_F900.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a detailed list of "Salient Characteristics" for a 3D printing system and its associated materials, accessories, service contracts, installation, and software. It serves as a product catalog or specification sheet that bidders may need to reference for understanding the components and options related to the opportunity.

• Systems: Details two configurations of the FORTUS 450MC GEN 3 SYSTEM, including envelope size, material bays, head type, and included software (Insight, GrabCAD Print Pro, Streamline Pro). The "Full Option" includes additional licenses and a hardened head.
• Materials: Lists various filament and support materials (ASA, ABS-M30, SR30, Nylon 12, SR100, SR110, ULTEM 9085, ULTEM 1010) with their respective product codes and descriptions, including certifications for ULTEM 1010.
• Accessories: Includes items such as an isolation transformer, material licenses, cleaning systems, sheet bundles, tips, and a docking station.
• Service Contracts: Lists "EMERALD CARE 450" as a service contract option.
• Installation: Details "LEVEL 1 - FORTUS 360/400/380/450MC, ON-SITE INSTALLATION AND TRAINING."
• Software: Lists licenses for GrabCAD Print Pro and Streamline Pro, including a "Streamline Pro Shield Hardware" appliance.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific hardware, software, and consumables associated with the Fortus 450MC Gen 3 system. It provides detailed product codes and descriptions that may be required for quoting, proposal preparation, or for understanding the technical specifications of the offered solution. Bidders should use this to ensure their proposed items match the government's requirements and to identify any optional or included components.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Determination & Findings (D&F) for a sole-source acquisition of an additive manufacturing 3D printer. The Air Force Rapid Sustainment Office (RSO) has confirmed that the acquisition is justified under RFO 13.101(b) (Noncommercial Products and Services) and GSAR 538.7104-3(a) (FSS Orders).

• The acquisition is for the Stratasys Fortus 450mc and F900 additive manufacturing systems.

• These systems are the only approved equipment for producing polymer aircraft parts for U.S. Air Force weapons systems.

• The systems are required due to their unique compatibility with the mandatory Ultem™ 9085 resin, which meets stringent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements for toxicity, flammability, and smoke.

• The document does not specify contract type, period of performance, or estimated value.

• This document is a justification for a sole-source acquisition and does not contain proposal submission instructions or evaluation criteria.

• This is a sole-source justification, indicating no set-aside or broad eligibility requirements.

• The D&F references a 2019 memorandum and attachment 01, which are not provided in this document.

• Sourcing alternatives are estimated to lead to substantial costs and delays of 5-10 years.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a detailed list of products and their associated codes, descriptions, and quantities, likely for a quote or order related to 3D printing systems and materials. It serves as a catalog or bill of materials.

• Systems: Lists two configurations of the FORTUS 450MC GEN 3 SYSTEM, including full option and standard system, with details on build envelope, material bays, and included software/warranties.
• Materials: Details various filament canisters (ASA, ABS-M30, SR30, Nylon 12, SR100, SR110, ULTEM 9085, ULTEM 1010) and support materials, specifying product codes, sizes, and types.
• Accessories: Includes items such as an isolation transformer and material licenses.
• Service Contracts: Lists "EMERALD CARE 450" as a service contract.
• Installation: Details "LEVEL 1: FORTUS 360/400/380/450MC, ON-SITE INSTALLATION AND TRAINING."
• Software: Lists licenses for Streamline Pro (including Shield Kit) and GrabCAD Print Pro, along with associated hardware.
• Other: Includes cleaning systems, sheet bundles, tips, head assemblies, and docking stations.
• Quantities: Specific quantities are indicated for many items.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific components, systems, materials, and services that are part of the opportunity. It provides the detailed product information necessary for preparing accurate quotes, proposals, and ensuring compliance with the required items.

Sources Sought / RFI

This document is a Sources Sought Request for Information (RFI) for Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) of 450mc printers. The government is seeking to determine if companies have the capability to provide these items.

• RFI Number: FA480326Q0071

• Project Title: UFR #17 Additive Mfg 450mc 3D Printer

• Response Date: Friday, May 1, 2026

• Original Set-aside: 100% Small Business

• Product Service Code (PSC): 3610

• NAICS Code: 333244

• Companies that can provide these items should submit a capability statement to Mar Rodriguez at maria_del_mar.rodriguez_martinez@us.af.mil.

• DO NOT SUBMIT ANY QUESTIONS OR AN OFFER AT THIS TIME.

This is solely for information gathering to assess market capability. No solicitation is currently available.