Replacement motor bearing assembly for TA Instruments HR-30 rheometer with ancillary installation and calibration services

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a "Notice of Intent to Sole Source" for supplies or services, indicating the government's intention to negotiate with only one source, TA Instruments – Waters LLC. The statutory authority cited is 41 USC 1901(e), implemented by FAR Overhaul 12.102 Restricting Competition. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals, but all proposals received by the closing date and time will be considered.

• The specific supplies or services are not detailed in this excerpt, but the contract will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Government inspection and acceptance will be performed at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL).

• The contractor's employees must remain under the contractor's direct supervision at all times.

• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, or legal holidays is generally not permitted unless authorized by the Contracting Officer.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Payment Terms: Payment terms of less than net thirty (30) days are unacceptable.

• Proposals received prior to the closing date and time will be considered.

• Exceptions or conditions to the proposal must be set forth in a cover letter.

• No award will be made for less than the full quantities solicited; offers for less than full quantities will be considered nonresponsive.

• This action is being solicited under sole source authority.

• Points of Contact:

  • Contract Specialist: Stephen Oliver, (520) 672-9579, stephen.c.oliver7.civ@army.mil
  • Contracting Officer: Ariel Amey, (301) 758-7199, ariel.m.amey.civ@army.mil
  • Technical Point of Contact (TPOC): TBD at time of Award.

• Receiving Room Requirements (APG): Truck shipments accepted Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM at Logistics Warehouse, Building 321, 6375 Johnson Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005. Contact Bldg. 321 at 410-278-4406 to coordinate deliveries.

• Tax Exemption: Exemption certificate number 30005004 covers exemption from Maryland retail sales and use tax for ARL. Federal Tax ID: 53-0215803.

• Foreign Nationals: Foreign nationals may be approved for access to unclassified public domain contracts if they have appropriate work authorization. Offerors expecting to employ foreign nationals must submit documentary evidence of employment eligibility.

• DFARS Clauses: Numerous DFARS clauses are listed, with several marked as included (e.g., 252.203-7000, 252.203-7002, 252.203-7005, 252.204-7016, 252.204-7017, 252.204-7018, 252.204-7022, 252.204-7024, 252.211-7003, 252.223-7008, 252.225-7000, 252.225-7001, 252.225-7012, 252.225-7055, 252.225-7056, 252.225-7059, 252.225-7060, 252.232-7006, 252.232-7010, 252.246-7008, 252.247-7023).

• Website: Offerors may access the Adelphi Contracting Division website at: http://www.arl.army.mil/www/default.cfm?page=509.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists and provides the full text for various provisions and clauses that are incorporated by reference into the solicitation W911QX26QA072. It serves as an attachment to provide bidders with the complete wording of these legal and contractual requirements.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions, including their clause numbers, alteration/deviation numbers, titles, year/month of issue, and section.
• Full Text Provisions: Several key provisions, such as "Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation" (252.204-7017) and "Buy American--Balance of Payments Program Certificate" (252.225-7000), are provided in their entirety.
• Specific Requirements: Details on topics including:
  • Prohibition of certain telecommunications equipment.
  • Buy American and Balance of Payments Program requirements.
  • Electronic invoicing and payment through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
  • Postaward Small Business Program Rerepresentation.
  • Certification regarding knowledge of child labor.
  • Item Unique Identification and Valuation.
  • Solicitation provisions and clauses incorporated by reference.

Bidders must carefully review all listed provisions and clauses, paying particular attention to those provided in full text. These documents outline critical requirements, representations, certifications, and submission instructions that will impact proposal preparation, contract performance, and evaluation. Understanding these requirements is essential for determining eligibility and formulating a compliant offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure a replacement motor bearing assembly for a TA Instruments HR-30 rheometer. Ancillary installation and calibration services are also required. The U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is the requiring agency.

• One (1) HR 20-30 MOTOR BEARING ASSEMBLY

• One (1) TRAVEL DCR DHR HR RHEOMETER ZONE A (Installation)

• Eight (8) Hours of LABOR DCR DHR HR RHEOMETERS (Calibration)

• The solicitation number is W911QX26QA072.

• Delivery is required by 10 July 2026.

• Acceptance will be performed at the delivery location.

• Contract financing is not available.

• Proposals are requested via Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Offers are due on 08 June 2026, by 11:59 AM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Offers should be submitted via email to stephen.c.oliver7.civ@army.mil.

• The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors – Commercial, applies.

• The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies, with addenda found in attached documents.

• This acquisition is intended for a single source, TA Instruments – Waters LLC, under statutory authority permitting sole source negotiation (41 USC 1901(e)).

• However, the Government will consider all proposals received prior to the closing date.

• NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)

• Small Business Size Standard: 1000 Employees

• Set-Aside Code: N/A

• The solicitation is issued under FAR Subpart 12.6 for commercial items.

• The document references additional attached documents for "Adelphi Special Instructions and Information" and "Provisions and Clauses Full-Text."

• Contact Stephen Oliver at stephen.c.oliver7.civ@army.mil for information regarding this solicitation.