809 MXSS Materials Lab EDM Machine
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force is seeking a new, brand-name FANUC Electronic Discharge Machine (EDM) for the 809th Science and Engineering Laboratory at Hill Air Force Base, UT. This acquisition, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, includes complete installation services and operator familiarization. A Single Source Justification has been published, identifying FANUC as the sole manufacturer meeting all technical requirements. Responses are due by April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a FANUC C400iC-ADV-F002 Wire EDM machine. Key technical specifications include:
- Machine Type: Wire EDM
- Wire Range: .002" to .012"
- Cutting Capability: .0025" plus or minus .0002" slots
- Material Compatibility: Normal wire, Titanium, Aluminum, SST, and other alloy steels
- Working Envelope: Minimum 400mm x 300mm
- Work Holding Environment: Minimum 626mm x 440mm
- Floor Space: Maximum 99"x109"x77.5" The acquisition also mandates complete installation services and operator familiarization.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 10, 2026
- Published Date: April 2, 2026
Key Information from Justification
A Single Source Justification (document 15341-BNJ_Redacted.pdf) details the rationale for a brand-name FANUC EDM. Market research disqualified Makino and GF+ due to inability to use required wire sizes, insufficient work envelope, or prohibitive cost. FANUC was identified as the only manufacturer meeting all technical, workspace, and budgetary requirements, and demonstrated successful performance. Four distributors for the FANUC C400iC-ADV-F002 were identified: Methods Machine Tools, Inc., Meredith Machinery, LLC, Maruka U.S.A. Inc., and FANUC America Corporation.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Lauren Reigenborn at lauren.reigenborn@us.af.mil or 801-586-2375.