Laser Etcher

Request for Quotation (RFQ)

Solicitation No: FA483026Q0055

Requirement: Laser Etcher

Due Date: 28 July 2026, 10:00 AM EST

This is a new requirement for the 74th Fighter Generation Squadron to procure one (1) commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) laser etcher system.  

The primary purpose of this acquisition is to establish an in-house capability for engraving and marking various squadron assets, tools, and equipment. This function is critical for property accountability, serialization, and ensuring items are properly identified for both operational and maintenance purposes.  

The key technical specification driving this requirement is the mandatory need for the laser etcher to accommodate a workpiece with a minimum height of 12 inches. This is a "go/no-go" criterion based on the dimensions of critical squadron equipment that must be engraved.  

This is a supply acquisition, not a service. The requirement can be met by an existing commercial product without modification. Failure to acquire this COTS item would negatively impact the mission by forcing the squadron to outsource all engraving needs. This would lead to significant operational delays, increased costs, and reduced control over the timely preparation of mission-essential assets.  

74FGS requires a laser engraver with the below minimum requirements, without the below requirements we will not be able to meet the mission needs layed out in AFI 21-101. Hand engravings do not last as long as laserengravings, which cuts down on the life span of our tools and hand engraving compromise the integrity of some materials.  

Product Minimum Needs:  

-Co2 and Fiber type lasers-Minimum 39"x24" Working Area (For Large Torque Wrenches and Breaker Bars), with a height adjustable bed for minimum height of 12" in depth.

-Laser for metal etching (All types of Tool Steel hardest known: M43 Tool Steel/Chrome-moly)

-Laser for engraving rubber, foam, plastic, acrylics, glass and wood.-Automatic laser section based on material engraved.-Exhaust Vent hookup 4" in diameter with 12.56" circumference.

-Outlet power source is a 110V 

-Attachments that prevent items from shifting and rotational attachments for cylindrical engraving.

-Task Plate for engraving-Include design Software  (ability to etch alpha numerics using current Windows OS)

-On-Site Training    (5 people trained on function and operation of etcher)-On-Site Installation   (install of new system)

-Camera System     (able to line up and impose whats being etched onto tool)-Contact info for POC for maintenance needs and questions.-Manufacturer warranty OPTIONAL- ability to etch with door open to be able to etch longer items.

EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

The Government will issue a purchase order to the responsible offeror whose quotation, conforming to the solicitation, is determined to represent the best value to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be

used to evaluate offers:

Price: The price evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), where the total price will be evaluated to determine the best value to the Government.

Technical Capability: The contractor must provide documentation that demonstrates the ability to meet all  technical requirements in the solicitation. The offer must meet all technical requirements stated in the solicitation.

Past Performance: The Government will assess the offeror's past performance based on an integrated performance quality assessment. The Government will evaluate how well the offeror has performed on past contracts that are both recent and relevant and will assign a rating of "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable." Acceptable: Based on the offeror's performance record, the Government has a reasonable expectation that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort, or the offeror's performance record is unknown. Unacceptable:

Based on the offeror's performance record, the Government has no reasonable expectation that the offeror will be able to successfully perform the required effort.

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS:

Solicitation No: FA483026Q0055

Requirement: Laser Etcher

RFQ Due Date: 28 July 2026, 10:00 AM EST

Interested parties shall submit there quotes via email to caleb.burks.3@us.af.mil or hand delivered to the Contracting Office 23 CONS/PKB 4380 Alabama Rd., Bldg. 932 Moody AFB, GA 31699-1794. It is the contractor’s responsibility to confirm receipt of the proposal prior to the solicitation or amendment closing date and time. All questions/concerns must be submitted in writing via email to caleb.burks.3@us.af.mil and CC erick.boswell@us.af.mil no later then 23 July 2026 AT 10:00AM EST.

All companies must be registered in the System for Award Management at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ to be considered for award. The Government will not provide contract financing for this acquisition. Invoice instruction will be provided at the time of award.