Starrett Optical Coordinate Measuring Machine
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), specifically the DCSO-COLUMBUS-DIVISION-2, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the procurement of one Starrett brandname AVR300 optical coordinate measuring machine (OCMM). This system, including a workstation and one day of on-site training, is required for the Product Test Center in Columbus, Ohio. This is identified as a sole source purchase. Interested parties are encouraged to acknowledge their interest to the listed Point of Contact by May 8, 2026. A formal solicitation will be posted at a later date.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a new, not refurbished, Starrett Optical Inspection CMM with motorized CNC drives. The contractor shall install, calibrate, and provide one day of on-site training for up to five (5) laboratory associates. The system must be "turnkey" upon setup, including all necessary cables, computers, monitors, stands, and software.
Key Requirements
- Machine: Starrett AVR300 Optical Coordinate Measuring Machine.
- Software: MetLogix M3 CNC measurement software or equivalent, including a thread inspection module. Must be compatible with existing M3 inspection software.
- Illumination: 3 LED or Fiber Optic, with optional 4 channel Quad Ring light.
- Work Capability: Window of 12" x 8" x 8" or larger.
- Camera: High resolution .1 micron (color 1 MP) digital color video inspection camera.
- Accuracy: Must be .0001".
- Zoom: Motorized and programmable 12:1 video zoom package.
- Operating System: Windows-based OS for data exporting.
- Peripherals: 24" monitor (or larger) and PC.
- Training: One day of on-site training for up to five (5) laboratory associates.
- Warranty: Minimum one-year warranty on all components from installation date.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: Sole Source Purchase
- Response Date (Interest): May 8, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: April 30, 2026
- Delivery: Required within 8-10 weeks from the date of award.
- Payment: Invoicing and payment through the Defense Finance and Accounting Service via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). WAWF Acceptance DODAAC#: SL0700.
Place of Performance
DSCC Columbus, Building 11 Section 7, 3990 East Broad Street, Whitehall, OH 43213.
Submission & Contact
Interested parties do not need to submit a quote at this time but are encouraged to acknowledge their interest to the primary POC.
- Primary Point of Contact: Elizabeth Dickstein (elizabeth.dickstein@dla.mil, 614-693-2954)
- Government COR: Kyle Palmer (Kyle.Palmer@dla.mil, 614-692-8860)
- Government Technical Rep: Kedric Jones (kedric.jones@dla.mil, 614-693-0776)