Purchase custom proto type coating removal tool

This solicitation is a Notice of Intent to award a sole‑source contract for the design and procurement of a custom prototype coating removal tool. The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) will award the contract to Scientific Applications & Research Associates Inc. under a simplified acquisition process, citing FAR Part 13.106‑1(b) for purchases below $250,000. The requirement is classified under NAICS 332721 (Metal Coating Machinery Manufacturing) and PSC 6640 (Fabricated Metal Products). The notice includes a closing deadline of October 12 2026 at 0800 EDT for interested parties to submit capability statements. • Sole‑source award to a single vendor (Scientific Applications & Research Associates Inc). • Utilizes simplified acquisition procedures; contract likely valued under $250 K. • NAICS 332721 indicates the tool involves metal‑coating machinery expertise.