AFIT Wire EDM
ID: FA860125Q0074Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8601 AFLCMC PZIOWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-5344, USA

NAICS

Special Die and Tool, Die Set, Jig, and Fixture Manufacturing (333514)

PSC

CUTTING TOOLS FOR MACHINE TOOLS (3455)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/863e5abda1a14435ab4505f1e046fb6d/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 15, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking to procure a Sodick ALN600G 4-axis CNC Wire EDM machine to enhance the operational efficiency of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) prototype shop. The procurement aims to replace an existing machine and requires the contractor to deliver, install, and calibrate the new unit while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and specifications. This high-precision equipment is crucial for advancing research and development efforts at AFIT, utilizing proprietary Sodick controller software already in use. Interested vendors must submit their quotations via email to Jenna Sizemore and Amanda Hoyng by 10:00 AM Eastern Time on April 15, 2025, with all correspondence adhering to specified email guidelines.

Point(s) of Contact
JENNA L SIZEMORE
jenna.sizemore.1@us.af.mil
Amanda Hoyng
amanda.hoyng@us.af.mil
Files
Title
Posted
Single Source Justification Sodick ALN 600G Pro_Signed_Redacted.pdf
Apr 9, 2025, 3:08 PM UTC
SOW SODICK ALN600G Pro.pdf
Apr 9, 2025, 3:08 PM UTC
The document outlines a Statement of Work for the procurement of a Sodick® ALN600G PRO Wire EDM machine, aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of a prototype shop at AFIT. The machine must conform to specific dimensions, weight limits, and technological capabilities, including a 4-axis configuration, a predefined travel capacity, and compatibility with existing Sodick controller software. Key requirements also entail a range of tooling, software options, training for users, and warranties for accuracy and repairs. The contractor is responsible for the removal of an existing Sodick machine, delivery, installation, and calibration of the new unit within specified timeframes, while ensuring all procedures comply with federal regulations for logistics and hardware specifications. An emphasis is placed on sourcing products from qualifying countries, as detailed in Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation. Payment is contingent on successful installation and proof of the machine meeting the outlined specifications. Overall, this document serves to facilitate an organized and regulated procurement process for the high-precision machinery necessary for furthering research and development at the Air Force Institute of Technology.
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