Minneapolis VA Health Care System 3D Printer Sources Sought

Project ID: 36C26326Q0801 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought
Overview
AgencyVISN 23: Midwest Health Care Network
Deadline06/11/26
Posted06/04/26
Estimated Value$35,000 - $85,000 (AI estimate)
Set AsideNone
NAICS333248 - All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
PSC3695 - Miscellaneous Special Industry Machinery
LocationMinneapolis VA Health Care System Minneapolis, MN 55417 United States
Description
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The Minneapolis Health Care System requires a 3D Printer and accessories with the Salient Characteristics listed below in the draft Statement of Work. This is a sources sought looking for businesses to provide the supplies listed below for market research purposes. No awards of a contract will be made from this announcement. If you are a vendor that can provide the requested information above and required supplies described below with competitive pricing, send your information (to include your organization's Unique Entity Identifier number) with a description of proof of capability to: Jeffrey.Brown8@va.gov on or before June 11th, 2026. Only emailed responses will be considered. Additionally, please provide answers as appropriate to the following questions in the table below with your response to this sources sought. Failure to respond to the following questions may affect the acquisition strategy. Question # Questions Vendor Responses 1. Identify your organization's socio-economic category. 2. Identify if your organization is the manufacturer of the requested supplies. If you are not the manufacturer, identify the manufacturer of the supplies that you will provide, their socio-economic category and a letter showing that your organization is an authorized distributor for the requested supplies. 3. Fill out the certificate under FAR Provision 52.225-2(b), identifying the item and its country of origin. (https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52#FAR_52_225_2). If the product is a US domestic end product, write in USA for the item's country of origin. 4. State whether any of the requested supplies may be ordered against a government contract awarded to your organization (e.g Federal Supply Schedule (FSS), General Services Administration (GSA), etc.). 5. Address whether your organization meets the requirements of 13 CFR 121.406 (b)(1)(i), (b)(1)(ii) and (b)(1)(iii) (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-13/chapter-I/part-121/subpart-A/subject-group-ECFR0fca5207262de47/section-121.406#p-121.406(b)). 6. State if subcontracting is contemplated for this requirement, what percentage of the requirement will be subcontracted and for what tasks. 7. Provide estimated shipping and delivery information for the requested supplies (e.g. Expected lead time on delivery). *If applicable, VAAR 852.219-76 VA Notice of Limitations on Subcontracting Certificate of Compliance for Supplies and Products, will apply to the potential solicitation if set-aside for Veteran Owned Small-Businesses.* *If applicable, VAAR 852.212-71 Gray Market Items, will apply to the potential solicitation.* *If applicable, FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting, will apply to the potential solicitation if set-aside for Small-Businesses. * Draft STATEMENT OF WORK Minneapolis Veterans Administration Health Care System (MVAHCS) 3D Printer The Vendor shall a provide a brand name or equal FUSE 1 30W Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printer to the MVAHCS. Brand Name or equal If an item is identified as "brand name or equal," the purchase description reflects the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government s needs. Clearly identify the item by- (i) Brand name, if any; and (ii) Make or model number; (iii) Include descriptive literature such as illustrations, drawings, or a clear reference to previously furnished descriptive data or information available to the Contracting Officer; and (iv) Clearly describe any modifications the offeror plans to make in a product to make it conform to the requirements listed here. Mark any descriptive material to clearly show the modifications. Salient Characteristics of the 3D Printer: In no order of importance, the proposed product must (Have / Be / Able to): Selective laser sintering 3D printer with a minimum print volume of 165 x 165 x 300 mm (6.5 x 6.5 x 11.8 in). Have the option for a 30W laser package. Prints in at least the following plastic powder materials: Nylon 12, Nylon 11, TPU, Nylon 12 GF and Nylon 12 CF. Prints at least 110 micron layer thickness. Has two build chambers. Has two powder cartridges. Have a stand for the printer. Includes downstream equipment such as: A powder de-binder (e.g. Formlabs Sift) that reclaims unused powder. A part polishing system. (Eg. Formlabs Fuse Blast Polishing System and media). Can run on 120V circuit. Accessories: Includes industrial vacuum appropriate for removing the debinder after printing. Include software equivalent to Formlab s Preform software for optimizing printing. Includes any cables, tubes, wires, etc. necessary for 3D printer functionality. Services: Includes a minimum of a 2-year warranty. Delivery Delivery and receipt of the proposed items is anticipated to be directed to the location identified below. Confirmation of delivery location will be provided by the VA POC post-award. Delivery must be coordinated with VA POC (TBD) prior to any attempts at delivery. Any item that has not been coordinated will be turned away and any additional charges will be the responsibility of the sender/transportation company. Vendor responsible for conducting a site visit to verify logistics and loading dock access/egress. Contractor shall include the PO# on the shipping label and packing slip to make sure it can be tracked when item is delivered to the MVAHCS. Contractor will ship or deliver the items to address below: MINNEAPOLIS VAHCS 1 Veterans Drive Minneapolis, MN 55417 2309 Hennepin county

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking to acquire a 3D printer and associated accessories as part of its mission to enhance healthcare services. This sources sought notice is intended for market research purposes to identify potential vendors capable of providing the required supplies. No contract awards will result from this announcement. Work Details The vendor shall provide a brand name or equal FUSE 1 30W Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printer with the following salient characteristics: - Minimum print volume of 165 x 165 x 300 mm (6.5 x 6.5 x 11.8 in) - Option for a 30W laser package - Capability to print using Nylon 12, Nylon 11, TPU, Nylon 12 GF, and Nylon 12 CF materials - Minimum layer thickness of 110 microns - Two build chambers and two powder cartridges - Stand for the printer - Downstream equipment including a powder de-binder (e.g., Formlabs Sift) and a part polishing system (e.g., Formlabs Fuse Blast Polishing System) - Operable on a 120V circuit. Accessories must include an industrial vacuum for removing debinder after printing, software equivalent to Formlab’s Preform for optimizing printing, and all necessary cables, tubes, and wires for functionality. The service must include a minimum of a 2-year warranty. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the product will be delivered to or performed at. Place of Performance Delivery location: MINNEAPOLIS VAHCS, 1 Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417. Bidder Requirements Vendors must provide proof of capability including their organization's Unique Entity Identifier number. If not the manufacturer, vendors must identify the manufacturer along with their socio-economic category and provide authorization as an authorized distributor. Vendors must also confirm compliance with country-of-origin requirements. Subcontracting plans must be outlined if applicable. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent and/or closely related prior contract based on a recent award for a Formlabs 3D printing system. Specifically, contract 47QSMA19D08NN-36C25025F1188 was awarded to Formlabs for $59,651 (09/23/25–11/30/25) for a “FORMLABS FUSE 1+ SLS 3D PRINTING SYSTEM,” which aligns with the current sources sought’s requested FUSE 1 30W Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) printer and associated downstream accessories/software. The overlap in the exact printer model family and SLS use suggests the prior work may be a continuation of the same equipment acquisition need.

Contacts
Contact nameJeffrey Brown
Contact emailjeffrey.brown8@va.gov
Contact phone(651) 293-3009
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