Description
NASA’s Glenn Research Center (GRC) requires the acquisition of an ERB ShopSabre CNC Router (model PRO 408) and associated supplies. The agency intends to award a sole‑source contract to Numerically Automated Cutting Systems, LLC (Shop Sabre) because they are deemed the only U.S. provider of the specified machine and support package. The router features a 60”x100” work area, high‑precision positioning (±0.001”), AC servo drives, heavy‑wall steel construction, and lifetime training/support. The solicitation seeks capability statements from interested vendors by the deadline; however, actual quotes will not be evaluated. This opportunity is primarily a procurement of a high‑value capital equipment item for rapid‑prototyping and research use at GRC.
• Sole‑source award to Shop Sabre (Minnesota) under FAR 12.102(a)
• Equipment: PRO 408 CNC router – 60”x100”x12” cut area, 0.001” repeatability, vacuum clamping, AC servo/ball‑screw drives
• Includes lifetime training and support; Made in USA
• Submission of capability/qualification statement due 12:00 p.m. CST 8/30/2026 (no oral responses)
• NAICS 332710 (Machine Shops) – commercial item procurement under FAR Part 12
• Performance location: NASA Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH