Laser Engraver Cutting Machine

Cattaraugus-Allegany Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) is conducting a competitive bid solicitation for a Laser Engraver Cutting Machine, specifically Project #2606, located in Chautauqua County, New York. The procurement seeks one OMTech Pronto 45 100W CO2 Laser Engraver Cutting Machine with a 24" x 40" working area and auto focus, along with one OMTech 6L Industrial Single Water Chiller for 50W-150W CO2 Laser Engraver Machines. The bid acceptance deadline is September 18, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. EST, with a live streaming bid opening scheduled for September 19, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. EST. Vendors are required to submit comprehensive documentation including product literature, warranties, and certifications such as an Affidavit of Compliance, Non-Collusive Bidding Certificate, and Iran Divestment Act Certification. The contract term will extend from award through March 1, 2026, or until another bid is let. BOCES reserves the right to award the bid in whole or part, and to the lowest responsible bidder, with potential award options including the lowest bid for a group of items, total bid, or individual items.

The solicitation allows for alternative products that meet or exceed specified quality standards, with no additional charges permitted for freight, packing, or delivery. Vendors are instructed to incorporate all associated costs into individual item prices. Electronic bid submissions are strongly encouraged through BidNetDirect.com, with vendors required to register on the platform and follow a secure, multi-step submission process that includes encrypted document storage. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the procurement appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and submission requirements. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation. The bid documents do not specify a precise budget range, but vendors should prepare comprehensive proposals that demonstrate technical capability, competitive pricing, and compliance with all specified requirements. Interested vendors must carefully review all attached documents, including Appendix A for Submission of Proposals and the detailed bid specifications, to ensure full compliance with the solicitation requirements.