ContractSources Sought

AFRL/RQQ Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser or Equal

DEPT OF DEFENSE• SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2026-0019
Response Deadline
Jun 1, 2026
11 days left
Days Remaining
11
Until deadline
Set-Aside
No Set aside used
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is seeking an Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser or an equal system for AFRL/RQQ. The requirement is a one-time replacement for a failed Epilog Fusion Ascent 36 laser to support power and thermal research, fabricating custom components from dense materials, and general lab tasks such as foam inserts and tool engraving. Key needs include at least 80W output, a 24"x36" cut area, the ability to be de-rated to Class I or II, offline operation, compatibility with industry-standard drawing programs, and sourcing from a fully American-owned company. This is a sources sought/RFI only, and capability responses should be emailed to Jason Sav at jason.sav@us.af.mil by 1 June 2026 at 5:00 pm Eastern Time with the specified subject line.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
333517
Machine Tool Manufacturing
PSC Code
3449
MISCELLANEOUS SECONDARY METAL FORMING AND CUTTING MACHINES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Minimum Requirements Document (MRD).pdf
PDF•106 KB•May 22, 2026
AI Summary
The RQQ laboratory requires a one-time replacement for a failed Epilog Fusion Ascent 36 CNC CO2 Laser or an equivalent system. This laser is crucial for the lab's power and thermal research mission, supporting experimental platforms and fabricating custom components from dense materials. It also aids general laboratory operations by creating foam inserts and engraving tools for CTK programs. The previous 40W system proved insufficient due to a lack of power, necessitating a minimum of 80W. The new system must have a 24”x36” cut area, be de-ratable to Class I or II, operate offline, and integrate with industry-standard drawing programs. It must also be sourced from a fully American-owned company to ensure supply chain security.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 21, 2026
amendedLatest AmendmentMay 22, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 1, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 16, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA2396 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL PZLE

Point of Contact

Name
Jason Sav

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, UNITED STATES

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