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Updated Welding Simulator

ID: FA500424Q0043-1 • Type: Solicitation

Description

This solcitation serves as an update for Notice ID FA500424Q0043. From this solicitation we are requesting a VRTEX 360 Welding Simulator from Lincoln or a some thing equal with the following characteristics.

Updated Characteristics

  • Oxyfuel cutting setup and cutting capabilities, leads and software
  • Free standing, stand alone system = (monitor mount, welding table and arm, bracket, adjustable pole, saddle bag for holding coupons, and weighted base)

INTERACTIVE PARTS:

  • Realistic torches and electrodes/holders

PROCESSES:

  • GMAW (Short Circuit, Spray and Pulse)
  • GTAW (with Filler, Pulse with Filler, without Filler)
  • FCAW (Gas-Shield, Self-Shield)
  • SMAW (E7018, E6010, E6103)

POSITIONS:

Groove Weld Positions Include:

  • PLATE PA-1G, PC-2G, PF/PG-3G, PE-4G
  • PIPE PC-2G, PH/PJ-5G, H-L045/J-L045-6G

Fillet Weld Positions Include:

  • T-PLATE PB-2F, PF/PG-3F, PD-4F
  • PIPE ON PLATE PB-2F, PD-4F, PH/PJ-5F

Lap Weld Positions Include:

  • PB-2F (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW), PF/PG-3F (SMAW, GMAW), PD-4F (SMAW 6010)

COUPONS:

  • Practice Plate, Pad, Lap Joint, Tee Joint, Groove 3/8 in. (9.5 mm), Groove on 2 in. XXS Pipe (50 mm), Groove on 6 in. Sch 40 Pipe (150 mm), Pipe on Plate

BEND TEST:

  • Simulates welding certification test

MATERIALS:

  • Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel INTERACTIVE PARTS:
  • Realistic torches and electrodes/holders
  • PROCESSES:
  • GMAW (Short Circuit, Spray and Pulse)
  • GTAW (with Filler, Pulse with Filler, without Filler)
  • FCAW (Gas-Shield, Self-Shield)
  • SMAW (E7018, E6010, E6103)
  • POSITIONS: Groove Weld Positions Include:
  • PLATE PA-1G, PC-2G, PF/PG-3G, PE-4G
  • PIPE PC-2G, PH/PJ-5G, H-L045/J-L045-6G
  • Fillet Weld Positions Include:
  • T-PLATE PB-2F, PF/PG-3F, PD-4F
  • PIPE ON PLATE PB-2F, PD-4F, PH/PJ-5F
  • Lap Weld Positions Include:
  • PB-2F (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW), PF/PG-3F (SMAW, GMAW), PD-4F (SMAW 6010)
  • COUPONS:
  • Practice Plate, Pad, Lap Joint, Tee Joint, Groove 3/8 in. (9.5 mm), Groove on 2 in. XXS Pipe (50 mm), Groove on 6 in. Sch 40 Pipe (150 mm), Pipe on Plate
  • BEND TEST:
  • Simulates welding certification test
  • MATERIALS:
  • Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Background
This solicitation is an update for Notice ID FA500424Q0043, issued by the Air Force. The contract aims to procure a VRTEX 360 Welding Simulator from Lincoln or an equivalent product. The purpose of this acquisition is to enhance training capabilities in welding processes for personnel.

Work Details
The contract requires the delivery of a VRTEX 360 Welding Simulator with the following specifications:
- Oxyfuel cutting capabilities including setup and cutting leads and software.
- A free-standing, stand-alone system that includes a monitor mount, welding table and arm, bracket, adjustable pole, saddle bag for holding coupons, and a weighted base.
- Interactive parts such as realistic torches and electrodes/holders.

Processes supported by the simulator include:
- GMAW (Short Circuit, Spray and Pulse)
- GTAW (with Filler, Pulse with Filler, without Filler)
- FCAW (Gas-Shield, Self-Shield)
- SMAW (E7018, E6010, E6103)

Weld positions include:
- Groove Weld Positions: PA-1G, PC-2G, PF/PG-3G, PE-4G for plate; PC-2G, PH/PJ-5G, H-L045/J-L045-6G for pipe.
- Fillet Weld Positions: PB-2F, PF/PG-3F, PD-4F for T-Plates; PB-2F, PD-4F for Pipe on Plate.
- Lap Weld Positions: PB-2F (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW), PF/PG-3F (SMAW, GMAW), PD-4F (SMAW 6010).

Coupons required include practice plates and various joint types such as lap joints and tee joints in different sizes. The simulator must also simulate welding certification tests using materials like mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.

Place of Performance
Eielson AFB, AK 99702-1801

Overview

Response Deadline
Sept. 26, 2024, 12:00 p.m. EDT Past Due
Posted
Sept. 24, 2024, 12:39 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
Place of Performance
Eielson AFB, AK 99702 United States
Source
SAM

Current SBA Size Standard
1250 Employees
Pricing
Likely Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Average
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$50,000 - $100,000 (AI estimate)
On 9/24/24 Pacific Air Forces issued Solicitation FA500424Q0043-1 for Updated Welding Simulator due 9/26/24. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 333992 (SBA Size Standard 1250 Employees) and PSC 3438.
Primary Contact
Name
Kai Croghan   Profile
Phone
None

Secondary Contact

Name
Marta Burke   Profile
Phone
(907) 377-0109

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
DEPT OF DEFENSE > DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE > PACAF > FA5004 354 CONS PK
FPDS Organization Code
5700-FA5004
Source Organization Code
100076519
Last Updated
Oct. 11, 2024
Last Updated By
marta.burke@us.af.mil
Archive Date
Oct. 11, 2024