Large Laser Marking Machine - Sources Sought
ID: FA910126LaserMarkerType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9101 AEDC PKP PROCRMNT BRARNOLD AFB, TN, 37389-1332, USA

NAICS

Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing (333515)

PSC

CUTTING TOOLS FOR MACHINE TOOLS (3455)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5af5512237744b4687ae483522bda9d6/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Air Force is seeking sources for a large Laser Marking Machine to be delivered to Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee. This procurement aims to identify both small and large businesses capable of meeting specific technical requirements, including the ability to mark various materials such as carbide, copper, plastics, steels, and rubber, with a minimum workpiece size of 8” H x 40” W x 25” D. The machine must include advanced features such as a 50W Ytterbium Pulsed Fiber Laser, Ethernet capabilities, and a rail docking system, while adhering to NFPA 70 standards and providing a 24-month warranty with on-site repair services. Interested vendors must submit their company information, SAM UEI number, budgetary estimates, and projected delivery timelines to Ms. Bailey Deason via email by 12:00 PM CT on December 22, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bailey Deason
    bailey.deason@us.af.mil
    Brooke Vandeman
    brooke.vandeman@us.af.mil
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    DRAFT Laser Technical Specifications.pdf
    The Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold Air Force Base, TN, seeks a new Large Laser Marking Machine. This Request for Proposal (RFP) specifies a machine capable of marking various materials, including carbide, copper, plastics, steels, and rubber, with a minimum workpiece size of 8” H x 40” W x 25” D and a 30” X 15” laser marking area. Key features include PC and software for QR Data metrics and Bar Codes, Ethernet capabilities, a rail docking system, motorized Z and auto X axes, and a 50W Ytterbium Pulsed Fiber Laser. The machine must adhere to NFPA 70 standards, operate on 110V power, and include necessary manuals and a standard tooling package. The contractor is responsible for providing all materials, labor, and equipment, ensuring no refurbished parts are used. A 24-month warranty is required, with on-site repair service within 36 hours and parts delivery within 48 hours. Installation, supervised by a factory-trained technician, and 8 hours of initial training for six personnel are to be included in the machine cost. The machine and components must be packaged for safe delivery to AEDC.
    SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE.pdf
    The Air Force Test Center at Arnold Air Force Base is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify businesses capable of providing a large Laser Marking Machine. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for quote or a commitment to award a contract. The Government is seeking responses from both small and large businesses that can meet the technical specifications outlined in Attachment 1 – DRAFT Laser Technical Specifications. Delivery of the machine is required at Arnold AFB in Tennessee. The anticipated NAICS code for this requirement is 333515. Interested sources must submit company information, SAM UEI number, a budgetary estimate including delivery, and projected delivery time via email to Ms. Bailey Deason by 12:00 PM CT on December 22, 2025.
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