3D Printer for Newport News Waterworks Department (Re-Bid)

The City of Newport News is seeking bids from qualified firms to procure a large-format industrial 3D printer for use by the Waterworks Department. The equipment will support in-house fabrication, prototyping, and production of custom components, tools, fixtures, and replacement parts used in water utility operations and maintenance. • The 3D printer should be capable of producing large-scale functional parts and prototypes using a wide variety of thermoplastic materials. • The printer should have a minimum build volume of approximately 1800 mm (X) × 600 mm (Y) × 600 mm (Z) or City-approved equivalent. • The printer should utilize a rigid modular frame construction capable of supporting large-format prints with minimal vibration and structural deflection. • The printer should support large-scale industrial prototyping and production of functional components. • The printer should include high-precision motion components suitable for industrial operation.