Laser Cutter/Engraver
ID: FA252125QB059Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2521 45 CONS LGCPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, USA

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517)

PSC

GEAR CUTTING AND FINISHING MACHINES (3414)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide a 155w CO2 laser cutter/engraver as part of a Sources Sought notice. The procurement aims to fulfill specific requirements for a computer numeric control (CNC) laser cutting and engraving system, which will be utilized for cutting and engraving various materials, including stainless and mild steels, organics, and polymers. Interested vendors are required to submit a capabilities package detailing their business size, past performance, and experience in similar services by March 25, 2025, with a maximum length of five pages. For eligibility, registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory, and inquiries can be directed to Heather Hanks at heather.hanks.2@spaceforce.mil or Ricardo Diaz at ricardo.diaz.14@spaceforce.mil.

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    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for the provision of a 155w CO2 laser cutter/engraver, specifying essential features, maintenance requirements, delivery timelines, and regulatory compliance. The vendor is tasked with supplying a machine equipped with servo motor motion control, a rotary 4th axis, an indoor fume extraction system, and compatible laser control software with layout and motion control capabilities. Delivery must occur within 120 days post-contract award during scheduled working hours. There will be no government-provided support except for the delivery address, and contractors must ensure the security of the machine during the contract period. Contractor personnel are required to meet specific eligibility criteria for base access, including background checks. Adherence to PSFB safety protocols and OSHA standards is mandatory, and any violations will be the contractor's responsibility. Additionally, a strict no-smoking policy applies to all government premises. The document aims to facilitate the acquisition and deployment of the laser cutter while ensuring compliance with safety and operational regulations.
    The Patrick Space Force Base has issued a Sources Sought notice to gather information on potential businesses capable of fulfilling a requirement for a 155w CO2 Laser Cutter/engraver, anticipated under RFQ number FA252125QB059. The notice is intended for information and planning purposes without commitment from the government. The project aims to support a small business set-aside program under NAICS Code 333517, with a size standard of 500 employees. Interested parties are encouraged to provide a capabilities package detailing their business size, status, past performance, and experience in similar services. The package should also include any teaming agreements, with clear delineation of roles. Responses should not exceed 5 pages and must be submitted electronically by March 25, 2025. The document also specifies that registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory for contract eligibility. This notice reflects the government's effort to assess market interest and capacity concerning the procurement of the required equipment while adhering to regulatory and procedural guidelines.
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