Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a small‑business set‑aside solicitation to purchase a complete laser‑engraving equipment package for a Veteran in Oregon under the VR&E self‑employment program. The awardee will supply, deliver, and install multiple laser systems (CO₂ galvo, fiber MOPA, UV galvo, CO₂ gantry), a water chiller, and a rotary attachment set to enable the Veteran to launch a laser‑based custom engraving and fabrication business. The government will evaluate quotes on best‑value and fair‑price criteria.
• Small‑business set‑aside (SBA) solicitation, NAICS 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing)
• Equipment list includes 5 laser systems plus ancillary hardware, valued roughly $80‑$120 K
• Delivery to the Veteran’s residence in Oregon City, OR (actual address provided after award)
• Quote submission deadline: 25 Sep 2026, 11:00 ET
• Vendor must be registered in SAM.gov and SBA.gov and have up‑to‑date FSC information
• Evaluation based on best value and fair‑reasonable price per RFO 12.203
• No pre‑bid conference or site visit required
• Primary point of contact: Craig Harris, Contract Specialist (email & phone provided)