Laser Cutter/Engraver

The Department of the Air Force Space Command is seeking to procure a CO2 Laser Cutter/Engraver system for the Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC) at Patrick Space Force Base. The solicitation requires a Computer Numeric Control (CNC) laser system capable of cutting and marking materials including up to 18ga stainless steel and polymers up to 0.500" thick, with specific technical requirements including a minimum 24"x36"x6" work area, .010" repeatable cut tolerance, and a rotary 4th axis. The procurement is structured as a Request for Quote (RFQ) FA252124QB059, with electronic technical quotes due on May 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, and preliminary questions due by May 1, 2025. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to the technically acceptable offeror submitting the lowest price, with the expectation of awarding without further negotiations. Vendors must demonstrate technical capability, including product characteristics, installation services, and design capabilities in their submission.

The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS category 333515 (Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing) with a size standard of 500 employees. The contract covers the procurement of one laser cutter/engraver system, to be delivered within 120 days of contract award to 1020 South Patrick Drive, Patrick Space Force Base, Florida 32925. The contractor will be responsible for equipment repair or replacement at their own expense for the first year of ownership, and must comply with Patrick Space Force Base safety standards and OSHA regulations. Delivery personnel must be U.S. citizens with clean records and provide appropriate documentation including vehicle registration, driver's license, and insurance. The system must be capable of operating on 110v or 220v power and have a machine footprint not exceeding 90"x50"x50", with accompanying software for layout and motion control.