MSC Laser Ablation System

Military Sealift Command seeks a GC-500X Laser Ablation System package for corrosion and coating removal, with offers due September 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM. The procurement is designated as a women-owned small business (WOSB) set-aside despite being issued as a solicitation; however, a sole-source justification memo indicates the acquisition is non-competitive based on restrictive patent rights held by G.C. Laser Systems Inc. on their circular scan system with circular lens technology, which prevents hot spots and substrate damage and satisfies FAR 12.102(a) and GSAR 538.7104-3 and -4 conditions for single-source procurement.

Delivery is to MSC Warehouse in Norfolk, Virginia, with delivery due November 2, 2026. The package includes one GC-500X laser system, 10 laser safety glasses, laser cleaning cube, fume capture chamber with 450 CFM or 266 CFM fume extractor, one extra scan lens, five extra protective windows, 12x12 portable enclosure booth with interlocked door and laser safety viewing window, shipping, and operator training. Delivery is required within 30 business days after contract award. The NAICS code is 333517, Machine Tool Manufacturing; PSC is 3590, Miscellaneous Service and Trade Equipment. The contract is firm fixed-price with inspection and acceptance at both the contractor's facility and destination. Contractor must comply with DFARS 252.211-7003 for item identification and valuation, providing Department of Defense unique identification or DoD-recognized equivalent. Payment processes through Wide Area WorkFlow using specified DoD Activity Address Codes.