CNC Punch/Fiber Laser Combination Machine
ID: 26-30-1400Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517)

PSC

PUNCHING AND SHEARING MACHINES (3445)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6dd0c29816c8418181afa86503d79d9f/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential vendors for a Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Punch/Fiber Laser Combination Machine for the Fleet Readiness Center East located at Cherry Point, North Carolina. The procurement includes comprehensive turnkey services such as shipping, installation, training, and technical data, with specific requirements for Dell brand laptops and Siemens Step 7 software for maintenance support. This machine is critical for processing aircraft sheet metal engine components, ensuring precision in punching and laser cutting across various materials, and must comply with stringent safety and environmental standards. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and comments on the draft statement of work by emailing AVN IPE Market Research at avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil, with responses due by the closing date listed on SAM.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Christopher Bara
    avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil
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    26-30-1400 SAM PD.pdf
    This government RFP outlines the acquisition of a Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Punch/Fiber Laser Combination Machine for Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina. The machine will process aircraft sheet metal engine components, performing precision punching and laser cutting on various materials like aluminum, steel, and titanium. The RFP details extensive requirements, including technical data, tooling, installation, testing, and training. Key specifications cover machine design, safety compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards, environmental restrictions (no mercury, asbestos, PCB), and specific component features such as the punching turret, fiber laser, dust collector, and control systems. The document also mandates a comprehensive suite of software, a high-performance laptop for offline programming, and various tooling and storage solutions. The contractor is responsible for installation, foundation work, utility connections, and extensive training for operators and maintenance personnel. Quality assurance includes origin and destination inspections and tests for alignment, accuracy, and performance, ensuring the machine meets rigorous government standards before final acceptance.
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