Vinyl Printer and Cutter
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA483026Q0074
- Agency
-
Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334118 Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Moody AFB, Georgia 31699, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command seeks one commercial-grade vinyl printer/cutter system for the 38th Rescue Squadron, with proposals due September 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST and questions due September 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. This procurement is 100% set-aside for small business concerns.
Place of performance is Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The system must support up to 62 inches print and up to 63 inches cutting capacity, with a maximum physical footprint of 113.7" W × 29"–30" D × 55.8" H, integrated printing and cutting within a single machine, dual staggered printheads designed for outdoor-durable environmental inks, and an 8-color setup using eco-friendly solvents. The requirement is for marking and identification of deployment equipment (Individual Slingable Units ISU 90s and ISU 60s), unit vehicles, building signage, and entryway doors. Required delivery is on or before December 30, 2026. NAICS code 334118 (Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing) applies, with a size standard of 1,000 employees. PSC code 3610 (Printing, Duplicating, and Bookbinding Equipment) is assigned.
Award will be made to the lowest price technically acceptable offeror. The solicitation incorporates FAR and DFARS clauses by reference, including requirements for Wide Area Workflow payment processing, Item Unique Identification, and compliance certifications related to prohibited foreign procurement and covered defense telecommunications. Amendments 0001 and 0002 updated print and cut capacity requirements and maximum physical footprint dimensions; a Questions and Answers form has been posted addressing dimensional and specification acceptance.
Notice text
3 versions
Update #3 · Latest ·
Amendments:
0001 - The purpose of this amendment is to change Print and Cut capacity requirement in Section I from "Up to 60 inches" to "Up to 62 inches print and up to 63 inches cutting".
0002 - The purpose of this amendment is to:
1. Attach updated Questions and Answers form.
2. Change Maximum Physical Footprint from 113" W x 29"-30" D x 55" H to 113.7" W × 29"-30" D × 55.8" H
3. All other terms and conditions remain the same.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number FA483026Q0074 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Vinyl Printer and Cutter.
This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Requirement Title: Vinyl Printer and Cutter
Office Issuing Request: 23 CONS/PKB
4380 Alabama Rd, Bldg. 932
Moody AFB, GA 31699-1794
Contract Specialist: SSgt Maximos Ramirez (maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil) (229) 257-4712
Contracting Officer: Mr. Samuel Garfunkel (samuel.garfunkel.1@us.af.mil) (229) 257-3947
Questions Submission Deadline: 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM, EST
Response Due Date: 18 September 2026, 12:00 PM, EST.
Required delivery on or before: 30 December 2026
SECTION I: Requirement
The 38th Rescue Squadron (RQS) has a requirement for one (1) commercial-grade vinyl printer/cutter system to mark and identify, via large formatted labels, deployment equipment—primarily Individual Slingable Unit ISU 90s and ISU 60s—as well as unit vehicles, building signage, and entryway doors.
1. Technical Specifications / Requirements:
Print and Cut Capacity: Up to 62 inches (") print and up to 63 inches (") cutting
Maximum Physical Footprint: 113.7" W x 29"-30" D x 55.8" H
System Architecture: Integrated printing and cutting within a single machine
Printhead System: Dual staggered printheads designed for outdoor-durable environmental inks to extend label lifespan
Ink Configuration: 8-color setup using eco-friendly solvents/inks non−damaging to equipment/materials; high ink density for extended printing
Included Inks: Must include 2 of each of the following colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Orange, Green, Light Black, and Red
Material Capability: Capable of cutting 0.4mm film with liner; must print and cut solid color vinyl to form individual letters and numbers
Media Handling: Automatic take-up system for storing large print jobs during production
Post-Processing: Automatic cutting/perforation for each printed label to minimize damage risk
Power Requirements: 100-120 VAC power
Acoustics: ≤67 decibels during operation
Hardware Features: Built-in dryer
Software & Network: Capability to stage prints remotely via cloud networking
Ecosystem Integration: All hardware, materials, supplies, and software must be fully compatible and work seamlessly together
Support & Warranty: Minimum 2-year on-site warranty including printheads; vendor-provided training; vendor-provided installation; online/telephone support; easily sourceable replacement parts
SECTION II: General Information
1. Response Due Date: Submit offers to the Contracting Office by 12:00 PM, EST, 18 September 2026. Offers shall be submitted via email to maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil with Samuel Garfunkel courtesy copied (CC'd) or hand delivered to the Contracting Office above. It is the contractor’s responsibility to confirm receipt of the quote prior to the solicitation or amendment closing date and time.
2. Question Submission: All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM, EST. Questions and Answers will be distributed to all interested vendors via an amendment to this solicitation.
SECTION III: Instruction to Offerors
To ensure timely and equitable evaluation of quotes, offerors must follow the instructions contained herein. Quotes must be complete, self-sufficient, and respond directly to the requirement of this solicitation. The response shall consist of one (1) copy of the following:
- Technical Approach: The offeror shall provide a detailed description of the methodology, processes, and resources it will use to successfully meet the requirements of this solicitation. The technical approach should demonstrate the offeror's understanding of the requirement and explain how the proposed solution will be executed to achieve the desired outcomes
- Price breakdown: Breakdown of all costs to include, but not limited to, delivery costs, warranty, and training
- Estimated lead time/delivery schedule.
- Company CAGE code, UEI, and Socio-Economic Business Size.
SECTION IV: Evaluation Factors & Basis for Award
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Offerors’ quotes, which are evaluated, shall be evaluated on a pass/fail basis and rated as acceptable or unacceptable. The two lowest priced quotes shall be evaluated first. If the lowest priced quote is deemed technically acceptable, the next lowest priced quote will be evaluated to ensure competition exists. Evaluation will continue in order by price until two quotes are deemed technically acceptable; all proposals may not be evaluated for technical acceptability.
Attachments:
- SF 14469
- Questions and Answers form
Update #2 ·
Amendments:
0001 - The purpose of this amendment is to change Print and Cut capacity requirement in Section I from "Up to 60 inches" to "Up to 62 inches print and up to 63 inches cutting".
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number FA483026Q0074 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Vinyl Printer and Cutter.
This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Requirement Title: Vinyl Printer and Cutter
Office Issuing Request: 23 CONS/PKB
4380 Alabama Rd, Bldg. 932
Moody AFB, GA 31699-1794
Contract Specialist: SSgt Maximos Ramirez (maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil) (229) 257-4712
Contracting Officer: Mr. Samuel Garfunkel (samuel.garfunkel.1@us.af.mil) (229) 257-3947
Questions Submission Deadline: 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM, EST
Response Due Date: 18 September 2026, 12:00 PM, EST.
Required delivery on or before: 30 December 2026
SECTION I: Requirement
The 38th Rescue Squadron (RQS) has a requirement for one (1) commercial-grade vinyl printer/cutter system to mark and identify, via large formatted labels, deployment equipment—primarily Individual Slingable Unit ISU 90s and ISU 60s—as well as unit vehicles, building signage, and entryway doors.
1. Technical Specifications / Requirements:
Print and Cut Capacity: Up to 62 inches (") print and up to 63 inches (") cutting
Maximum Physical Footprint: 113" W x 29"-30" D x 55" H
System Architecture: Integrated printing and cutting within a single machine
Printhead System: Dual staggered printheads designed for outdoor-durable environmental inks to extend label lifespan
Ink Configuration: 8-color setup using eco-friendly solvents/inks non−damaging to equipment/materials; high ink density for extended printing
Included Inks: Must include 2 of each of the following colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Orange, Green, Light Black, and Red
Material Capability: Capable of cutting 0.4mm film with liner; must print and cut solid color vinyl to form individual letters and numbers
Media Handling: Automatic take-up system for storing large print jobs during production
Post-Processing: Automatic cutting/perforation for each printed label to minimize damage risk
Power Requirements: 100-120 VAC power
Acoustics: ≤67 decibels during operation
Hardware Features: Built-in dryer
Software & Network: Capability to stage prints remotely via cloud networking
Ecosystem Integration: All hardware, materials, supplies, and software must be fully compatible and work seamlessly together
Support & Warranty: Minimum 2-year on-site warranty including printheads; vendor-provided training; vendor-provided installation; online/telephone support; easily sourceable replacement parts
SECTION II: General Information
1. Response Due Date: Submit offers to the Contracting Office by 12:00 PM, EST, 18 September 2026. Offers shall be submitted via email to maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil with Samuel Garfunkel courtesy copied (CC'd) or hand delivered to the Contracting Office above. It is the contractor’s responsibility to confirm receipt of the quote prior to the solicitation or amendment closing date and time.
2. Question Submission: All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM, EST. Questions and Answers will be distributed to all interested vendors via an amendment to this solicitation.
SECTION III: Instruction to Offerors
To ensure timely and equitable evaluation of quotes, offerors must follow the instructions contained herein. Quotes must be complete, self-sufficient, and respond directly to the requirement of this solicitation. The response shall consist of one (1) copy of the following:
- Technical Approach: The offeror shall provide a detailed description of the methodology, processes, and resources it will use to successfully meet the requirements of this solicitation. The technical approach should demonstrate the offeror's understanding of the requirement and explain how the proposed solution will be executed to achieve the desired outcomes
- Price breakdown: Breakdown of all costs to include, but not limited to, delivery costs, warranty, and training
- Estimated lead time/delivery schedule.
- Company CAGE code, UEI, and Socio-Economic Business Size.
SECTION IV: Evaluation Factors & Basis for Award
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Offerors’ quotes, which are evaluated, shall be evaluated on a pass/fail basis and rated as acceptable or unacceptable. The two lowest priced quotes shall be evaluated first. If the lowest priced quote is deemed technically acceptable, the next lowest priced quote will be evaluated to ensure competition exists. Evaluation will continue in order by price until two quotes are deemed technically acceptable; all proposals may not be evaluated for technical acceptability.
Attachments:
- SF 14469
- Questions and Answers form
Update #1 ·
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number FA483026Q0074 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Vinyl Printer and Cutter.
This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Requirement Title: Vinyl Printer and Cutter
Office Issuing Request: 23 CONS/PKB
4380 Alabama Rd, Bldg. 932
Moody AFB, GA 31699-1794
Contract Specialist: SSgt Maximos Ramirez (maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil) (229) 257-4712
Contracting Officer: Mr. Samuel Garfunkel (samuel.garfunkel.1@us.af.mil) (229) 257-3947
Questions Submission Deadline: 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM, EST
Response Due Date: 18 September 2026, 12:00 PM, EST.
Required delivery on or before: 30 December 2026
SECTION I: Requirement
The 38th Rescue Squadron (RQS) has a requirement for one (1) commercial-grade vinyl printer/cutter system to mark and identify, via large formatted labels, deployment equipment—primarily Individual Slingable Unit ISU 90s and ISU 60s—as well as unit vehicles, building signage, and entryway doors.
1. Technical Specifications / Requirements:
Print and Cut Capacity: Up to 60 inches ('')
Maximum Physical Footprint: 113" W x 29"-30" D x 55" H
System Architecture: Integrated printing and cutting within a single machine
Printhead System: Dual staggered printheads designed for outdoor-durable environmental inks to extend label lifespan
Ink Configuration: 8-color setup using eco-friendly solvents/inks non−damaging to equipment/materials; high ink density for extended printing
Included Inks: Must include 2 of each of the following colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Orange, Green, Light Black, and Red
Material Capability: Capable of cutting 0.4mm film with liner; must print and cut solid color vinyl to form individual letters and numbers
Media Handling: Automatic take-up system for storing large print jobs during production
Post-Processing: Automatic cutting/perforation for each printed label to minimize damage risk
Power Requirements: 100-120 VAC power
Acoustics: ≤67 decibels during operation
Hardware Features: Built-in dryer
Software & Network: Capability to stage prints remotely via cloud networking
Ecosystem Integration: All hardware, materials, supplies, and software must be fully compatible and work seamlessly together
Support & Warranty: Minimum 2-year on-site warranty including printheads; vendor-provided training; vendor-provided installation; online/telephone support; easily sourceable replacement parts
SECTION II: General Information
1. Response Due Date: Submit offers to the Contracting Office by 12:00 PM, EST, 18 September 2026. Offers shall be submitted via email to maximos.ramirez@us.af.mil with Samuel Garfunkel courtesy copied (CC'd) or hand delivered to the Contracting Office above. It is the contractor’s responsibility to confirm receipt of the quote prior to the solicitation or amendment closing date and time.
2. Question Submission: All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by 16 September 2026, 2:00 PM, EST. Questions and Answers will be distributed to all interested vendors via an amendment to this solicitation.
SECTION III: Instruction to Offerors
To ensure timely and equitable evaluation of quotes, offerors must follow the instructions contained herein. Quotes must be complete, self-sufficient, and respond directly to the requirement of this solicitation. The response shall consist of one (1) copy of the following:
- Technical Approach: The offeror shall provide a detailed description of the methodology, processes, and resources it will use to successfully meet the requirements of this solicitation. The technical approach should demonstrate the offeror's understanding of the requirement and explain how the proposed solution will be executed to achieve the desired outcomes
- Price breakdown: Breakdown of all costs to include, but not limited to, delivery costs, warranty, and training
- Estimated lead time/delivery schedule.
- Company CAGE code, UEI, and Socio-Economic Business Size.
SECTION IV: Evaluation Factors & Basis for Award
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Offerors’ quotes, which are evaluated, shall be evaluated on a pass/fail basis and rated as acceptable or unacceptable. The two lowest priced quotes shall be evaluated first. If the lowest priced quote is deemed technically acceptable, the next lowest priced quote will be evaluated to ensure competition exists. Evaluation will continue in order by price until two quotes are deemed technically acceptable; all proposals may not be evaluated for technical acceptability.
Attachments:
- SF 14469
- Questions and Answers form
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Question and Answer Form.pdf | ||
| SF 1449 - FA483026Q0074.pdf | ||
| Question and Answer Form.docx | DOCX document |
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