Welding Machine

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes to identify sources capable of providing one (1) Miller Dynasty 800 TIG Welder, 208-600V, single- or three-phase, with two (2) hand remotes and required accessories. The Louisiana Air National Guard requires this welder for precision TIG welding of aerospace ground equipment, support equipment, and off-equipment aircraft components. It must be compatible with existing Miller equipment.

• One (1) Miller Dynasty 800 TIG Welder

• 208-600V, single- or three-phase

• Two (2) hand remotes and required accessories

• Minimum salient characteristics include:

  • 1-inch aluminum welding capability
  • AC frequency control
  • Quiet Pulse or Pulse capability
  • Lift-Arc capability
  • Cooler power supply with Cooler-On-Demand auxiliary cooling system
  • Wireless Hand Control P/N 301582
  • RCC-14 Current Control
  • Program memory for multiple base metals

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price

• Performance Period: TBD

• Delivery Point/Location: NAS New Orleans, Belle Chasse, LA

• Interested parties should submit a tailored capability statement, relevant past performance (last 3-5 years), technical capability, and any certifications/licenses.

• Vendors must be registered to do business with the U.S. Government (www.sam.gov).

• Submission Deadline: 27 April 2026

• Submission Email: 159.FW.FAL.MSC.Contracting@us.af.mil

• Subject Line: “Source Sought – Requirement Title”

• Format: PDF or Word (PDF preferred)

• The government is seeking to identify qualified small businesses (including 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.).

• Based on market research, the requirement may be set aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition.

• This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation.

• The government will not pay for any information submitted.

• Responding does not guarantee participation in future solicitations.

• The government will not provide feedback on submissions.

• NAICS Code: 333992 - Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing

• Size Standard: $19M

• Point of Contact: Capt Derek Moller, Phone: 504.391.8369, Email: derek.moller.1@us.af.mil

• Attachment 1 – Product Description (PD) is available.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a product description for a specific welding machine, the Miller Dynasty TIG Welder 800 208-600 V. It outlines the purpose, scope of work, delivery details, quantity, and required specifications for the equipment.

• Purpose: To precision weld Aerospace Ground Equipment, Support Equipment, and off-equipment Aircraft components, and to certify on Metals Groups I, II, IV.
• Scope of Work: The vendor/contractor shall provide one Miller Dynasty 800 TIG welding machine.
• Delivery: To 400 Russell Ave, New Orleans, LA 70143, Bldg 31, ATTN: MSgt Marvin Vides.
• Quantity: 1 machine package with 2 Hand remotes.
• Specifications:
  • Must be Miller brand for compatibility with existing equipment.
  • Capable of welding up to 1 inch Aluminum.
  • Must include AC Frequency Control, Quiet Pulse or Pulse welding capability, Lift Arc Capability, cooler power supply, and cooler on Demand auxiliary cooling system.
  • Must include Wireless Hand Control 301582 and RCC-14 Current Control.
  • Must have program memory for switching between different base metals.

This document details the exact specifications and requirements for a TIG welding machine. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets all listed specifications to be considered compliant. It also provides critical delivery information and quantity required.