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Welding Simulator

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FA460826QC095Federal

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The U.S. Air Force is seeking a single Lincoln VRTEX 360 Compact Welding Simulator, model P/N LINK4914-1, or an equal product, through a combined synopsis and solicitation set aside exclusively for small business concerns under the NAICS code 333992, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. The requirement is for the 307th Civil Engineering Squadron at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana, and must meet specific salient characteristics outlined in the attachments. Delivery must be made FOB Destination, and the contract award will be determined based on a best value approach weighing both price and technical factors. Offers must be submitted via email by 11:00 AM CDT on Monday, July 6, 2026. The government retains the right to cancel the solicitation at any time without financial obligation to offerors and may award the contract in whole or in part depending on funding availability. All terms, conditions, provisions, and clauses are incorporated by reference and accessible through the official acquisition website. Primary and secondary points of contact for questions are provided with full contact information including phone numbers and email addresses for the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.

General Info

U.S. Air Force seeks small business sole source for Lincoln VRTEX 360 simulator delivered FOB Destination by July 6, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA4608 2 Cons LgcView Agency

NAICS

333992 - Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

Fort Johnson, LA, 71110, USA

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Attachment 1 - Provisions and Clauses FA460826QC095

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Salient Characteristics for Lincoln VRTEX 360 Welding Simulator

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4608 2 Cons Lgc
Contacts2 people available
OfficeBARKSDALE AFB, LA, 71110-2438, USA
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Office AddressBARKSDALE AFB, LA, 71110-2438, USA
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SSgt Hector S. Sanchez de Jesus
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+1 (555) 000-0000
Ronnie Bushue
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Combined Synopsis – Solicitation


This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products prepared in accordance with RFO Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number FA460826QC095 is issued as a Request for Quote for one (1) Brand name or equal Lincoln VRTEX 360 Compact (P/N LINK4914-1) Welding Simulator. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) number is 333992. The small business size standard is 1,250 employees. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul.


Notice to Offerors:


The government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date for receipt of quotations. In the event the government cancels this solicitation, the government has no obligation to reimburse an offerer for any costs. If funds are not available to fund the entire contract value, the Government reserves the right to re-evaluate quotations by unit price per item and issue an award on a SOME, NONE, or ALL basis for each individual item needed.


Description of Requirement:


This is a purchase and delivery requirement for one (1) Brand name or equal Lincoln VRTEX 360 Compact (P/N LINK4914-1) Welding Simulator. This acquisition is on behalf of the 307th Civil Engineering Squadron (307 CES) located at Barksdale AFB, LA, and must conform to the customer's salient characteristics.


Delivery Terms:


Freight on Board (FOB) Destination.


Contract Line Item Number (CLIN): 0001


Product/Service Description: Brand name or equal Lincoln VRTEX 360 Compact (P/N LINK4914-1) Welding Simulator


Quantity: 1


Unit: Each


Best Value Determination:


Contract award will be based on price/technical to determine best value.


Due Date and Time:


Quotes must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer listed below by 11:00 AM CDT, Monday, 06 July 2026.


The following attachments are applicable to this RFQ:


Attachment 1 - Provisions and Clauses


Attachment 2 - Salient Characteristics


Points of Contact (POC):


Contract Specialist: SSgt Hector S. Sanchez de Jesus; Telephone: (318) 456-6834; Email: hector.sanchez_de_jesus@us.af.mil


Contracting Officer: Ronnie L. Bushue; Telephone: (318) 456-6887; Email: ronnie.bushue.1@us.af.mil

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