ContractSpecial Notice

Intent to Sole Source - Prototrak 1845RX CNC Lathe

DEPT OF DEFENSE• FA8601AF
Response Deadline
Dec 18, 2025
Deadline passed
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Notice Type
Special Notice

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), intends to award a sole source contract for the procurement of a Prototrak 1845RX CNC Lathe for the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) located at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. The lathe must meet specific technical requirements, including an 18-inch swing over bed, a 10 HP spindle motor, and a Prototrak RLX touchscreen controller, along with necessary accessories and a two-year warranty. This equipment is crucial for enhancing the capabilities of AFIT in machining operations, and the contract will be awarded to Charles Jones Machinery Inc., the only known source capable of fulfilling these requirements. Interested parties may submit capability statements or inquiries to Bryson Pennie and Linh Jameson via email by 12:00 pm Local Time on December 18, 2025, to be considered for any potential competitive procurement.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
333517
Machine Tool Manufacturing
PSC Code
3416
LATHES

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
Atach 1 - SOW.pdf
PDF•192 KB•Dec 11, 2025
AI Summary
AFIT/ENWM requires a Prototrak® 1845RX 2-axis CNC lathe with specific technical capabilities, including an 18-inch swing over bed, 9-inch swing over cross slide, 42-46 inch distance between centers, and maximum operating floorspace of 89in x 56in. The machine must not exceed 3300lbs and feature a 10 HP spindle motor, D1-6 spindle nose, 2.35in through-hole, and a 2-speed geared spindle with 80-2500 RPM. It requires a manual tailstock, programmable coolant, steady rest, follow rest, two collet closers, and upgraded LED lighting. The machine must have a Prototrak RLX touchscreen controller running Prototrak RX CNC software, capable of both manual and CNC operation. All available Prototrak RX software options are required, including TRAKing, CAM File Out Converter, DXF Converter, Thread Repair, Advanced Features, and Tool Table. Full documentation, one day of onsite training for the controller, and a 2-year extended warranty for parts and service are mandatory. The contractor must offset the price with a trade-in of a Prototrak 1845SX and handle all aspects of removal of the old machine and delivery, installation, setup, and calibration of the new one. All products must be manufactured in a qualifying country according to DFARS 225.872. Delivery, installation, and training for five users must occur within 26 to 36 weeks of contract award at AFIT/ENWM, Wright Patterson AFB. Payment will be made in full after delivery and verification that the system meets all technical requirements, with invoices submitted via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). Commercial vehicles delivering to Wright-Patterson AFB must undergo inspection at Gate 16A, with specific exceptions for time-sensitive deliveries or re-entry procedures.
Atach 2 - SSJ Redacted.pdf
PDF•271 KB•Dec 11, 2025
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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 11, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 18, 2025
expiryArchive DateJan 2, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA8601 AFLCMC PZIO

Point of Contact

Name
Bryson pennie

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, UNITED STATES

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