CO2 Laser Cutter & Engraver
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, AFRL RIKO, is soliciting quotes for a CO2 Laser Cutter & Engraver under Solicitation Number FA875126Q0016. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition for commercial products. The Government intends to award based on a best value trade-off, considering technical capability and price. Quotes are due by 3:00 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a factory-new CO2 Laser Cutter & Engraver meeting the detailed specifications outlined in Attachment No. 1 (Amended). Key requirements include:
- Work Area: Minimum 4’ x 8’ cutting area, ±0.001 inches positioning accuracy, 2" Z-Axis travel, knife blade/sawtooth platform.
- Power & Laser: 1500 Watts / 20 Amps gross power input, 110V-220V voltage. Requires technical datasheet for the laser tube, detailing construction, composition, and cutting capabilities.
- Performance: Servo-stepper system or equivalent, up to 1,000 mm/sec processing speed.
- Laser Heads: Both organic materials cutting head and a metal cutting head with auto-height contour following.
- Material Cutting: Must cut at least 1" thick wood, 16-gauge carbon/mild steel, and 14-gauge stainless steel. Vendors must list other materials the system can cut.
- Software & Connectivity: Compatible with Lightburn™ or equivalent, supports Windows, Mac OS, or Linux, and offers USB, LAN/Ethernet, or Wi-Fi connectivity. Job memory capacity of 64G-128G.
- Accessories: Exhaust tubing, inline fan, specific lenses (2.5” 20mm, 2.5” 25mm, 4”), 110v chiller water system, steel air compressor pump.
- Warranty & Support: Minimum 2-year warranty, 1-day onsite training/installation (firm requirement, no remote alternatives), and lifetime customer service guarantee.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial products or services.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Rome, NY 13441-4516, anticipated 5-7 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Product Origin: DFARS 252.225-7001 (Buy American and Balance of Payments Program) applies, favoring domestically manufactured supplies but not prohibiting non-domestic items.
- Unique Item Identifier (UII/UID): Required for line items with a unit price ≥ $5,000, using 2D data matrix symbology (ISO/IEC 16022, ECC200).
Evaluation Factors
Offers will be evaluated using a best value trade-off process based on:
- Technical capability of the item offered to meet Government requirements.
- Price. The Government may accept other than the lowest priced or highest technically rated quote. Offerors whose proposed system’s laser tube has a greater expected lifespan and/or whose cutting capabilities exceed those outlined in the specifications will be favorably evaluated. Sufficient technical documentation must be provided for evaluation.
Submission Requirements & Deadline
- Quotes Due: 3:00 PM Eastern Time, Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
- Submission Method: Email to tabitha.haggart@us.af.mil.
- Required Documents: Written quotes, technical documentation demonstrating compliance with specifications, and completed representations and certifications (Attachment No. 2).
Additional Information
An ombudsman is available for unresolved concerns after contacting the contracting officer. Health and safety, contractor access to installations, and contractor identification rules apply.