FALIT TRIO Laser System
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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under the Department of Justice, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to Control Laser Corporation for a FALIT TRIO Laser System and integrated workstation. This acquisition is justified under FAR 6.302-1, citing only one responsible source. The system is required for high-accuracy laser marking, engraving, and micromachining, and must be fully compatible with existing Government-owned Control Laser equipment. While not a request for competitive proposals, other responsible sources may submit capability statements by May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Requirements
The FBI requires a FALIT TRIO Laser System with the following capabilities:
- High-precision laser marking, engraving, and micromachining.
- Integrated multi-axis motion control.
- A Class-1 safety-certified enclosure.
- Control Laser’s proprietary FALIT TRIO laser architecture.
- Control Laser’s proprietary software suite.
- Full compatibility with existing Government-owned Control Laser equipment, tooling, job files, and workflows.
This system is critical for mission-critical operations that rely on the Control Laser ecosystem.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole-Source, Firm-Fixed-Price Contract (Intent to Award)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source)
- Place of Performance: Quantico, VA 22135, United States
- Response Due: May 22, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 12, 2026
Response Criteria
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any responsible source that believes it can meet the requirements may submit a capability statement to challenge the sole-source determination. Responses must:
- Clearly demonstrate the firm's ability to provide an equivalent system without compromising compatibility, performance, or proprietary technology requirements.
- Include clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government.
- Provide the company’s Unique Entity ID (UEID) and business size classification.
Additional Notes
- Submissions should be sent via email to Contracting Officer Adelle Bolton at albolton@fbi.gov.
- No phone inquiries will be accepted.
- Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov with current and accurate information to be eligible for federal contracts.