ONE (1) FIVE-AXIS LASER MACHINING CENTER
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation is issuing a presolicitation (RFQ SPE4A8-26-Q-0034) for the procurement of ONE (1) FIVE-AXIS LASER MACHINING CENTER. This will be a Firm Fixed-Price contract, with performance at Tinker Air Force Base, OK. The procurement is designated as Other Than Full and Open Competition under FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." The estimated solicitation issue date is May 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide one 5-axis laser machining center, including comprehensive services such as Shipping, Installation, Foundation, Rigging, and Training. The requirement also covers Technical Data, a Machinery Software Agreement Package, a Machinery Remote Agreement Package, a Machinery Performance Agreement Package, and an IUID Tag.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: None (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Performance Period: All contractual performance requirements must be completed within 355 days after receipt of award.
- Estimated Solicitation Issue: May 13, 2026
- Published Date: April 30, 2026
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the forthcoming solicitation.
Additional Notes
The solicitation will be made available via the DLA Intranet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.dla.mil/RFQ. The contract will be FOB at Destination with Inspection and Acceptance at Destination. Quality Assurance Provision (QAP) 175a shall apply.