Lathe Engine TRD

The General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, is conducting market research through this Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of supplying Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE), specifically engine lathes. The government seeks floor-mounted toolroom engine lathes (Part #3416-211-1018 or equivalent HLVH model) meeting detailed technical specifications including 220V three-phase 60Hz power, spindle speeds of 125-3000 RPM, and specific dimensional and operational requirements. Interested vendors must respond to all questions within the RFI, provide a capability statement, include relevant brochures, and demonstrate their experience with similar equipment; responses will be evaluated based on vendor capability, experience, production capacity, risk mitigation strategies, and willingness to engage in potential teaming arrangements. The government anticipates that a subsequent Requests for Quote (RFQ) may be posted via GSA eBuy or SAM.gov following this market research phase, though this RFI does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or guarantee any award. Responses must be submitted no later than Friday, February 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST to James Stringer at james.stringer@gsa.gov, with all responses limited to five pages and directed to the GSA point of contact.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and does not identify any current contractors or incumbents. The RFI does not specify a budget range or award value, as the government is in the planning and market research phase. The requirement encompasses nine units of engine lathes to be shipped to Robins Air Force Base at 235 Byron Street, Building 300, Suite 19A, Robins AFB, GA 31098-1813. Vendors are categorized under NAICS code 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing) and PSC code 3416 (Lathes), and the government encourages Contractor Team Arrangements (CTAs) to enable complementary contractors to participate collectively. The procurement note specifies that installation, training, tooling, and additional options beyond the standard equipment package are not included in the scope. Secondary contracting officer Collette Scott is identified as backup support, with James Stringer (202-258-4951) serving as the primary point of contact for all inquiries.