SAM #FA488726Q0061

Luke AFB Solicits Pneumatic Flaring and CNC Tube Bending Machines for F-35 Maintenance

Luke Air Force Base is seeking two specialized machines to support F-35 hydraulic line fabrication for its Aircraft Structural Maintenance flight. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, 56th Fighter Wing, 56 EMS Squadron, Aircraft Structural Maintenance, Fabrication Flight, Luke AFB - Requested Equipment: - Pneumatic Double-Flare Tube Machine - Quantity: 1 - Produces 37-degree double flares for F-35 hydraulic connections - Includes full set of jaws/dies for .188, .250, .312, .375 tubing OD - Upset and flare punches for .020 to .035 wall thickness - Pneumatically powered (75-100 psi), single lever operation - Integrated floor stand with tool rack - Maximum footprint: 33"L x 23"W x 43"H - Minimum 12-month manufacturer warranty (parts/labor) - Fully Electric CNC Tube Bender - Quantity: 1 - Forms high-pressure tubing for F-35A Lightning II - Max footprint: 17"L x 5"W x 6"H - Tube capacity: up to 8 feet - Bending range: 1/2" to 10" CLR - Compatible with USAF Form-Line tooling - Bend Pro G2 Control System - Integrated AC cooling, heavy-duty mounts, remote start footswitch - Mobile floor console, front-facing proximity laser scanner - Programmable X-axis, servo-actuated clamp die - 12-month warranty, remote maintenance, 3 days on-site installation/training - Notable Requirements: - Both machines must meet precise size and operational specifications - Safety features and compatibility with USAF tooling are required - Delivery requested by end of contract period; inspection and acceptance at Luke AFB - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are mentioned; brand name or equivalent is acceptable - Funding is not currently available; solicitation is reposted due to lack of HUBZone offers

Description

REPOSTING DUE TO NO OFFERS FROM CERTIFIED HUBZONE BUISNESSES.

This requirement covers two separate industrial metalworking machines for the Luke AFB Aircraft Structural Maintenance flight to support F-35 hydraulic line fabrication. It includes a pneumatic flaring machine for generating 37-degree double flares on tube ends, and a fully electric, CNC tube bender operating on the Bend Pro G2 Control System to form high-pressure tubing to precise angles. 

Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): Funds are not presently available for this effort. No award will be made under this solicitation until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs.

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