The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
How to respond — with a free templatearrow_forwardThe Air Force needs a small business to supply a commercial-off-the-shelf laser etcher system.
Key Details
- What exactly do they need?
The Air Force needs a commercial-off-the-shelf laser etcher system that can accommodate a workpiece with a minimum height of 12 inches. The system must be able to engrave and mark various squadron assets, tools, and equipment. The key technical specification is the mandatory need for the laser etcher to accommodate a workpiece with a minimum height of 12 inches.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
This is a supply acquisition, not a service. The contract will be awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. The notice doesn't say how long the contract will last.
- How will they pick the winner?
The Government will evaluate offers based on price, technical capability, and past performance. The contractor must provide documentation that demonstrates the ability to meet all technical requirements in the solicitation.
- When and how do you bid?
Submit your quote 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 by July 28, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business is registered in the System for Award Management at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/.
- Submit any questions or concerns in writing via email to caleb.burks.3@us.af.mil and CC erick.boswell@us.af.mil by July 23, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.