CNC Machine
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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
UNICOR, a division of the Department of Justice / Federal Prison Industries, Inc., is seeking proposals for the purchase and installation of a CNC Machine for its facility in Coleman, FL. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, solicitation number FN1606-26, aims to acquire a machine for office furniture manufacturing. Proposals are due April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one new CNC machine to support the FPI Coleman Medium facility's needs for drilling, routing, cutting, chamfering, engraving, and grooving wood panels and desktops. Key specifications include:
- A CNC machine configured for various operations (drilling, boring, routing, cutting, chamfering, engraving, dado, profiling, grooving).
- Specific configurations: 31-Spindle Boring Head, Vertical Router Spindle, C-Axis, 14-position HSK-63F tool changer, automatic tool change, Tool Length Control, K-type Vacuum/Fixturing Console Table, LED position indication system, pneumatic clamping elements, chip conveyor, and a moveable user terminal.
- Operating manuals, WoodMotion, and WoodWop software with a single-seat license.
- Minimum table size of 4200mm X 1410mm, moving gantry design, cross support, dust collection connection, and automatic centralized lubrication.
- Safety and protective equipment, including protective grids.
- One year complete warranty.
- Machine freight and rigging, including overland freight, importation, and installation fees, must be included in the price.
- Bidders must provide descriptive literature and PDF drawings for installation and overview. Substitutions from specifications must be clearly labeled and explained.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Proposal (RFP) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Solicitation Number: FN1606-26
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100%)
- NAICS Code: 333243 (Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing) with a 550-employee size standard.
- Award Type: Single award.
- Period of Performance: 6 months from the date of award.
- Price Firmness: Offerors must hold prices firm for 180 calendar days from the offer due date.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Questions Due: Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email proposals to peyton.perry@usdoj.gov (subject: FN1606-26) or mail to UNICOR, Federal Correctional Complex, PO BOX 1109, COLEMAN, FL 33521 ATTN: Peyton Perry.
- Required Documents: Signed and dated offers, a completed Business Management Questionnaire (Section L) with three references for similar items, and Past Performance Surveys. The 'Bid Tab Blank.xlsx' is likely for pricing submission.
- Registration: All offerors must be registered on SAM.gov and acknowledge all amendments.
- Evaluation Factors (in order of importance): Technical/Warranty (Pass/Fail, ability to meet specifications), Past Performance, and Price. The Government intends to award without discussions.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Peyton Perry at peyton.perry@usdoj.gov. No phone calls will be accepted.