Embossing Machines

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document describes the requirements for an Embossing Machine, Address Plate (NSN 7490-01-703-0708). The government is procuring this item, and bidders must provide information to demonstrate "or equal" determination of their offered product.

• Item Name: EMBOSSING MACHINE, ADDRESS PLATE

• Model: CIM USA P/N ME 1500S

• Materials: Stainless Steel, Aluminum

• Operation Method: Manual

• Power Supply: Universal Switching Power Supply (100-240 Volts)

• Drum Capacity: 60 Slots

• Type Set: Simplex2, Block Use, Block5

• Language Interface: English, Spanish, Italian

• Communication Interface: RS232, USB, Ethernet, and/or WiFi

• Software: PowerTag Windows PC Application Software

• Performance: 171 tags per hour (based on 55 characters)

• Input Hopper: Up to 400 tags

• Output Hopper: External Collection Tray (FILO)

• Usage Application: Embossing metal plates, specifically All Dog Tags and Medical Alert Dog Tags.

• Special Features:

  • Built-in 7.00-inch touchscreen
  • Innovative embedded software upgrade system
  • Machine configuration protected by password for high security and data protection

• Includes: Operating Manual, Service Manual, Parts Manual.

• FAR Provisions: 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal Applies.

• Bidders must furnish information that specifically addresses each characteristic within the item purchase description to enable an "or equal" determination.

• Unit of issue, unit of measure, test methods, and results (if required) must be included.

• Failure to furnish this information will result in the bid being rejected as non-responsive.

• The government reserves the right to require proof of conformance prior to first delivery.

• The document mentions "Brand Name or Equal" applies, indicating potential for equal products.

• Packaging/Packing: Must comply with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

• Marking: Must comply with FED-STD-123H (civilian) or MIL-STD-129R (military), including bar code marking.

• Palletization: Must comply with rules applicable to the mode of transportation; Non-Manufactured Wood Packaging Material for Export requirements apply if used.

• PCM: Preference for items with the highest percentage of recovered material, including post-consumer recovered material.

• Quality Assurance: Product must meet salient characteristics and be equal to or better than the manufacturer's commercial product. Workmanship must be free from defects and foreign matter.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is an Item Purchase Description for an Embossing Machine, Address Plate (NSN 7490-00-688-9866). It outlines the specifications and requirements for this item.

• Item: Embossing Machine, Address Plate

• Model/P/N: CIM USA P/N CIM M10-HE (or equal commercial)

• Dimensions: Overall Width: 11.00 inches, Overall Height: 14.40 inches, Overall Length: 17.40 inches

• Emboss Type: 350 Simplex 2

• Accommodated Plate Size: Width 0.47 to 3.74 inches, Height 0.47 to 2.95 inches

• Accommodated Plate Material: Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Aluminum, Copper, and Brass

• Unit Type: Manual Embossing

• Unit Design: Low to medium volume manual dog tag machine, portable

• Operation Method: Manual

• Loading Device: Single tag feed spacing type (automatic)

• Special Features: Return key for corrections, 1 debossing correction font, optional character sets, optional debossing character set, optional deployment case (P/N CASE10).

• Includes: Operating Manual, Service Manual, Parts Manual.

• FAR Provisions: FAR 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal applies. Bidders must furnish information to support "or equal" determination.

• Bidders must provide information addressing each characteristic in the item purchase description for "or equal" determination. Failure to do so may result in rejection as non-responsive.

• Recovered Material Preference: GSA policy seeks the highest percentage of recovered material, including post-consumer recovered material, within reasonable cost. Procurement preference will be given to items with the highest post-consumer material content.

• Packaging: Must comply with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

• Marking: Must comply with FED-STD-123H (civilian) and MIL-STD-129R (military), including bar code marking.

• Palletization: Shall afford adequate protection during shipment and comply with applicable rules for the mode of transportation. Non-Manufactured Wood Packaging Material for Export requirements apply if wood pallets are used.

• Quality Assurance: Product must meet salient characteristics and be equal to or better than commercially sold products. Workmanship must be free from defects. Proof of conformance may be required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document describes the salient characteristics for an "Embossing Machine, Address Plate" (NSN 7490-01-632-8035). The government is procuring this item, and vendors must provide information to demonstrate their offered product meets or exceeds these characteristics. Failure to provide this information may result in the bid being rejected as non-responsive.

• Item Name: Embossing Machine, Address Plate

• I.A.W.: Card Imaging Master (CIM) P/N ZM09 101-350 or equal commercial.

• Dimensions: Plate and Feeder Width: 1.180-4.530 inches; Plate and Feeder Height: 0.830-3.540 inches; Overall Thickness: 0.0157-0.0354 inches.

• Operation: Semi-automatic, manual input/output, single access.

• Power: 100-117-220-230 or 240 Volts, 50-60Hz, 800 Watts nominal.

• Display: LCD, 2 line by 40 characters per line.

• Input: External keyboard with 20 storable formats (downloadable).

• Materials: Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Aluminum, Copper, and Brass.

• Stamping Technology: Embossing, indent, or debossing.

• Performance Speed: 18 seconds for 1 plate with 55 characters.

• Machine Dimensions: 24.8 x 29.1 x 15 inches.

• Weight: 200 lbs maximum.

• Communication Interface: RS232, USB, Ethernet, and/or WiFi.

• Software: PowerTag Windows PC Application Software.

• Special Features: Lithium battery backup, security key lock, status lights.

• Included: Operating Manual, Service Manual, Parts Manual.

• FAR Provisions: 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal Applies.

• Packaging: Comply with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

• Marking: For civilian destinations: FED-STD-123H. For military destinations: MIL-STD-129R. Bar code marking required for both.

• Palletization: Shall afford adequate protection during shipment, complying with applicable rules and regulations. GSAM 552.211-89 applies for non-manufactured wood packaging for export.

• Material Preference: Preference given to items with the highest post-consumer material content, if commercially available and within reasonable cost.

• Vendors must furnish information that specifically addresses each characteristic within the item purchase description to make an "or equal" determination.

• Unit of issue, unit of measure, test methods, and results (if required) must be included.

• The government reserves the right to require proof of conformance prior to first delivery and thereafter.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document emphasizes "Brand Name or Equal" and requires detailed information for "or equal" offers.

• Quality Assurance requirements include product conformance to salient characteristics and good workmanship, free from defects and contamination.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is an Item Purchase Description for an Embossing Machine, Address Plate (NSN 7490-01-664-3607). It outlines the specifications and requirements for the item being procured by the General Services Administration (GSA).

• Item Name: Embossing Machine, Address Plate

• Dimensions: Overall Width: 19.15 inches, Overall Depth: 19.64 inches, Overall Height: 10.64 inches

• Dog Tag Thickness: 0.014 - 0.018 inches

• Medical Alert Thickness: 0.026 - 0.032 inches

• Weight: 52 LBS

• Color: Blue

• Material: Stainless Steel Aluminum

• Power Supply: Universal Switching Power Supply (100-240 Volts; 50 or 60 Hz)

• Operating Environment: 41-104 degrees F, 30-90% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)

• Drum Capacity: 60 slots

• Keyboard Type: Built-in, standard

• Data Interface: RS232, USB, Ethernet, and/or WiFi

• Software: PowerTag Windows PC Application Software

• Special Features: Interchangeable cassettes, capable of embossing or de-embossing up to 135 tags/hour (5 lines, 45 characters). Includes a character set (Simplex 2 type, 0.12" high alphanumeric characters). Jobs can be loaded via CSV file from a USB flash drive. Optional character sets are available.

• Included Items: Operating Manual, Service Manual, Parts Manual.

• FAR Provisions: FAR 52.211-6, Brand Name or Equal, applies. Bidders must furnish information that specifically addresses each characteristic within the item purchase description.

• Bidders must provide information to address each characteristic to allow for an "or equal" determination. Failure to do so may result in the bid being rejected as non-responsive.

• Not specified in this document.

• Packaging/Packing: Must comply with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

• Marking: Must comply with FED-STD-123H (civilian) or MIL-STD-129R (military), including bar code marking.

• Palletization: Must comply with industry standards and GSAM 552.211-89 for wood packaging if used.

• PCM: Procurement preference will be given to items with the highest post-consumer material content within reasonable cost.

• Quality Assurance: Product must meet salient characteristics and be equal to or better than commercial market quality. Workmanship must be free from defects and contamination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Item Purchase Description for an Embossing Machine, Address Plate. It outlines the specifications and requirements for the item the government intends to procure.

• Item Name: Embossing Machine, Address Plate
• Overall Material: Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Aluminum, Copper, and Brass
• Operation Method: Manual
• Power Supply: Universal Switching Power Supply (100-117-220-230 or 240 Volts)
• Drum Capacity: 60 or 90 slots (45 slots available for special applications)
• Language Interface: Multi-language (English, Spanish, Italian)
• Communication Interface: RS232, USB, Ethernet, WiFi
• Software: PowerTag Windows PC Application Software
• Performance: 231 tags per hour (based on 55 characters); Input/Output Hopper capacity of 250 plates.
• Usage Application: Embossing metal plates (rectangular, round, dog, and medical alert tags).
• Special Features: Built-in 7.00-inch touchscreen, innovative embedded software upgrade system, password protection for security.
• Includes: Operating Manual, Service Manual, Parts Manual.
• Packaging/Packing: Must comply with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.
• Marking: Must comply with FED-STD-123H (civilian) or MIL-STD-129R (military), including bar code marking.
• Palletization: Must comply with industry standards and GSAM 552.211-89 for wood packaging if applicable.
• PCM: Preference for items with the highest percentage of recovered material.
• Quality Assurance: Product must meet salient characteristics and be equal to or better than commercially available quality. Workmanship must be free from defects and contamination.

This document details the specific technical requirements, materials, performance standards, and compliance obligations for the embossing machine. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets all these specifications to be considered responsive. It also outlines packaging, marking, and quality assurance requirements that will impact fulfillment.