Full-size CNC Router w/ ATC

Clover Park Technical College in Pierce County, Washington, is seeking quotes for a Full-size CNC Router with Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) for its Manufacturing Engineering Technologies (MET) Program. The procurement involves acquiring a sophisticated 3-axis CNC router with specific technical requirements, including a minimum workpiece size of 48" x 96", a 20,000RPM spindle with at least 8 tool stations, G-Code programming capabilities, and CAM post-processor compatibility. The equipment must include a vacuum table with pump, integrated dust removal system, and an integrated HMI control panel. The Request for Quotation (RFQ2425CNCR) is scheduled to close on February 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, with the award to be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Evaluation criteria will consider price, quality, vendor capability, and performance history. The college requires the equipment to be new, fully functional, and free from defects, with the primary objective of supporting hands-on training in manufacturing engineering technologies.

While no specific set-aside designations are mandated, the procurement documents encourage Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (MWMBE) participation, though no minimum participation levels are required. MWMBE-certified firms will receive preference only when all other evaluation criteria are equal. The contract includes provisions for potential interlocal agreements, allowing other governmental agencies to potentially purchase under the same terms and conditions. Suppliers must maintain necessary licenses, bonding, facilities, equipment, and trained personnel, and comply with OSHA and WISHA requirements. Payment terms are established as net 30 days, and vendors must be prepared to provide comprehensive warranties and meet strict inspection procedures. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the documentation, but the procurement is clearly focused on acquiring high-quality, professional-grade manufacturing training equipment for educational purposes.