Attachment 0001 - Salient Characteristics.pdf

Salient Characteristics – 67 SOAMXS Laser Etcher

Requiring Activity: 67 SOAMXS Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (67 SOAMXS) Project Title: Laser Etcher Date: 28th August 2024

Mission: The primary mission of the 67 SOAMXS is to provide safe, reliable MC-130J aircraft to respond to crisis and counter aggression in support of USEUCOM at RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

These efforts include performing aircraft inspections, troubleshooting system faults, and generating aircraft for training and real world missions.

Background: The need to replace our current laser etcher arises from a directive in operational standards and guidelines, specifically outlined in DAFI 21-101 stating units must permanently mark their tools and equipment with the standard Equipment Identification Designator (EID). The unit is currently using the host wing laser etcher when both units are able to etch the tools and equipment.

Scope: The 67 SOAMXS has a requirement for a laser etcher with fiber and CO2 capabilities to be delivered, software and machine installed, training provided, and maintenance support if the machine breaks at Building 707 located on RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

Product Requirements:

• Plug type: can be either a UK 240V or US 120V capable

• Dual Source: must have the ability to swap between 120W CO2 laser and 50W Fiber etcher

• Work Area Dimensions:

- Minimum - 36in x 24in

• Machine Dimensions:

- Minimum - 50in x 30in x 30in

- Maximum - 75in x 55in x 45in

• Must be able to etch round objects by either focusing technology or rotary tool

• Auto-focus feature

• Overhead camera feature

• Camera project positioning/tracking

• Vector grid/mesh bed

• Enclosed machine

• Secondary air filtration system

• Air cooled preferred/must be able to have ventilation hose hook up point

• Automatic shutoff safety feature

• Emergency shutoff button

• Touch screen with user friendly interface

• Compatible with Corel Draw graphic design software

• Must have on-site training

• Delivery

• Machine and software installation

• Warranty

Removal & Disposal of Laser Etcher Packaging Requirements:

Delivery & Installation Requirements:

• Dates to be coordinated through Resource Advisor or Innovation Team Lead upon award.

• The Contractor shall deliver Laser Etcher to Building 707 at RAF Mildenhall as per the agreed schedule and install on-site.

• The Contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, safety equipment, any other items, and services necessary to deliver, install the machine and software, and train unit personnel at Building 707, RAF Mildenhall.

• The use of mechanical handling equipment may be permitted. Details of such equipment must be passed to the 48th Contracting Office and the 67 SOAMXS Resource Advisor for approval prior to use.

• All items shall be unpacked and fully installed according to the manufacturer guidelines.

• The Contractor shall inspect to ensure the new laser etcher is free of defects, the installation is complete, training has been conducted, and the laser etcher is ready for use.

• The Contractor shall be liable for any damage caused to furnishings and/or US Government property during this contracted service.

• Installation Contractors are required to always be escorted by base personnel while on the facility.

• The removal of all laser etcher packaging is required as part of this project.

• The laser etcher packaging removed by the Contractor will be loaded and packed by the

Contractor, and placed in the truck by the Contractor, under the direction of a Government Representative