809 MXSS Materials Lab EDM Machine

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Background The 809th Science and Engineering Laboratory, located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, has a requirement for a new FANUC Electronic Discharge Machine (EDM). This acquisition is part of the FY26 Emerging Technology Funds initiative aimed at enhancing the laboratory's capabilities in manufacturing precision parts. The goal is to procure a machine that meets specific technical and operational requirements to support the laboratory's mission. Work Details The contract involves the purchase of a brand name FANUC (C400iC-ADV-F002) Electronic Discharge Machine (EDM) for the 809 Science and Engineering Laboratory. The machine must meet the following specifications: - Capable of producing parts using wire ranging from .002" to .012". - Must be able to cut slots of .0025" with a tolerance of plus or minus .0002". - Suitable for machining materials such as Titanium, Aluminum, SST, and other alloy steels. - Working envelope must be no smaller than 400mm x 300mm. - Work holding environment must be no smaller than 626 mm x 440mm. - Overall floor space must not exceed dimensions of 99" x 109" x 77.5". Place of Performance Hill Air Force Base, Utah