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J2 Attachment Pricing Schedule (1 Tab).xlsx | XLSX | Jun 2, 2026 | |
J1 Attachment Brand Name Justification - Indelt Robots - Redacted.pdf | Jun 2, 2026 | ||
030ADV26R0035_final.pdf | Jun 2, 2026 | ||
J3 Attachment Past Performance Questionnaire (3 Pages).pdf | Jun 2, 2026 |
New Robot (Brand-Indelt)
The Library of Congress is seeking Indelt Broadcart TE-3 robotic systems for the National Audiovisual Conservation Center (NAVCC) in Culpeper, Virginia. This procurement aims to expand the Video Lab’s capacity for digitized output and support additional videotape formats, such as DVC-Pro, within its existing migration workflows. The contract covers a fully integrated system including hardware, software, and firmware. This is a brand-name requirement under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as the Indelt Broadcart TE-3 is the only system compatible with the Library's current infrastructure and custom control software. The acquisition includes one base unit with options for three more, plus extended warranties. Proposals are due by June 30, 2026, and must follow the firm-fixed-price structure outlined in the solicitation and its associated pricing and past performance attachments. The contractor will provide a fully integrated robotic system, including hardware, software, and firmware, for automated videotape migration. The initial order is for one unit, with the government holding options for three more. The Indelt Broadcart TE-3 is specified as the only system that meets the Library's technical requirements and integrates with existing workflows. The Library of Congress requires Indelt Broadcart TE-3 robotic systems to support automated videotape preservation at the Packard Campus in Culpeper, Virginia.
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James Robinson
Washington, DC 20540
USA
Notice: This is a competitive solicitation for commercial products and commercial services adhering to the requirements of FAR subpart 13.5, Simplified Acquisition Procedures. This solicitation is issued with a brand-name justification for the procurement of Indelt Broadcart TE-3 robotic systems to increase overall digitized output capacity and expand the range of supported videotape formats within the Video Lab&rsqu...
View moreThe Indelt robotic system is the only acceptable brand, and the Broadcart T3 is the only acceptable product capable of meeting the Library’s requirements. A brand name justification is necessary due to the Library’s specific need for the Indelt Broadcart T3 robotics system based on its unique features and compatibility requirements. This robotics equipment is essential to the Library’s operations because it is highly specialized and must be integrated with existing robotic systems currently installed within the Video Lab. Use of alternative brands would create compatibility and integration issues with the Library’s existing infrastructure and workflows.
The following attachments are included in this notice:
All proposals shall be submitted electronically via email to the Contracting Officer, James Robinson, at [email protected], and the Contracting Specialist, Brenda Kinlay, at [email protected], no later than the response date specified in this solicitation.