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AFRL/RQQ Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser or Equal

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SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2026-0019Federal

Submission Closed06/01/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is conducting market research through a Sources Sought and Request for Information (SS/RFI) for the procurement of one Epilog Fusion Ascent 36 CNC CO2 Laser or an equivalent system to support the RQQ laboratory’s power and thermal research mission. This is not a solicitation for bids or quotes, and no contractual obligation arises from responses. The requirement specifies a laser system with a minimum of 80W power, a 24"x36" cut area, and the ability to operate fully offline in an air-gapped environment without internet connectivity. The system must be capable of fabricating components from fiberglass, acrylic, and polycarbonate, producing custom foam inserts for sensitive equipment, and engraving tools for facility CTK programs. It must integrate with industry-standard software such as Adobe Illustrator, LightBurn, or CorelDRAW and be sourced exclusively from a fully American-owned and operated company to ensure domestic supply chain security and prevent foreign part obsolescence. The equipment must support de-rating to Class I or Class II laser safety standards through interlocks, and vendor support services must be available, though response times are not yet defined. Interested parties must submit a capability package via email to Jason Sav at [email hidden] no later than Monday, June 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with the exact subject line “SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2026-0019 AFRL/RQQ Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser or Equal.” Submissions must include company name, address, CAGE code, and technical and contractual point of contact details, as well as confirmation of small business status under NAICS code 333517, including any applicable 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, EDWOSB, or WOSB certifications. Respondents are required to provide product brochures or specifications demonstrating compliance with the Minimum Requirements Document dated May 20, 2026, disclose any potential teammates or subcontractors, identify risks or unknowns that could impede fulfillment of requirements, and indicate whether they hold an active GSA schedule for the item, including the contract number and documentation. Only .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx attachments are permitted; .zip or .exe files will be filtered out. All submissions become U.S.

General Info

AFRL seeks information from suppliers for Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser, responses due June 1, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle

NAICS

333517 - Machine Tool Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Wright Patterson AFB, OH, 45433, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Minimum Requirements Document for Epilog Fusion Ascent 36 CNC CO2 Laser

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Timeline

1 update

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 21

Sources Sought

Notice updatedMay 22

The notice title changed.

Response DeadlineJun 1

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Submission Closed

06/01/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2396 USAF Afmc Afrl Pzl Afrl Pzle

Office AddressWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

Contacts

Jason Sav

contact@example.gov

Full Description

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has a requirement to purchase an Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser or equal for the AFRL/RQQ at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.

This is a Sources Sought (SS)/Request for Information (RFI) only. This is NOT a presolicitation or Request for Quote (RFQ) and is not to be construed as any commitment by the Government. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract and or pay for any quote preparation costs. The Government will not accept quotes at this time. This notice is not an offer by the Government to enter into a contract or any agreement. Interested Small Business concerns must identify to the Contracting Officer their interest and full capability to satisfy the Government's requirement by closing date listed. Responses will allow the Government to conduct an initial review of market capabilities in support of requirements identified in the attached Minimum Requirements Document dated 20 May 2026.

SUBMISSION DETAILS: All interested parties are encouraged to submit a response to this SS/RFI. Capability packages should address the following questions:

Company Name, Address, CAGE Code, Point of Contact (POC) for technical and contractual issues to include name, position, telephone number, and e-mail address.
Identification of whether the company is currently designated as a Small Business under the requirement’s NAICS code as defined in FAR Part 19.1 or a Small Business concern identified at FAR 19.000(a)(3): 8(a), HUBZone small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, EDWOSB, or WOSB status.
Company description of relevant capability and experience to provide supplies/services in accordance with the minimum requirements listed in the attached MRD.
Item specifications/descriptions/brochures being offered that meet requirements listed in attached MRD.
Company's potential teammates/subcontractors (if required to ensure success).
What, if any, risks or unknowns would hinder industry’s ability to meet the requirements?
Do you have an active GSA contract/schedule with this item available for purchase? If so, please include contract number and a copy of contract/schedule.

Responses/Capability Packages shall be sent via email to Jason Sav at contact@example.gov, by Monday 1 June 2026 at 5:00 pm Eastern Time.

The Government encourages submittal of any additional comments or suggestions that you would like to share. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

All correspondences sent via email shall contain a subject line that reads “SS-AFRL-PZLEQ-2026-0019 AFRL/RQQ Epilog Fusion CNC CO2 Laser or Equal”. Please note that email filters at Wright-Patterson AFB are designed to filter emails without subject lines or with suspicious subject lines or contents (i.e., .exe, or .zip files). Therefore, if this subject line is not included, the email may not get through the email filters. Also be advised that .zip or .exe files are not allowable attachments and may be deleted by the email filters at Wright-Patterson AFB. If sending attachments with email, ensure only .pdf, .doc, docx, xls, or .xsls documents are sent. The email filter may delete any other form of attachments.