# SAM #FA9101_LARGE_CNC_EDM_SINKER Sources sought for one new Large CNC Sinker EDM for AEDC **Buyer:** AETC PKP Procurement Branch **Posted:** November 05, 2026 **Respond By:** November 13, 2026 **Identifier:** FA9101_LARGE_CNC_EDM_SINKER **NAICS:** 333517 The U.S. Air Force is seeking market information for one new large CNC Sinker EDM machine for AEDC’s Model Shop at Arnold Air Force Base. - **Government buyer:** Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, Air Force Test Center (AFTC/PZIA), Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), Model Shop, West Shop, Building 451. The notice names Sarahanne Funkhouser as the contact. - **Requested equipment:** One new, fully functional Large CNC Sinker EDM. Refurbished or remanufactured parts are prohibited. No OEM, vendor, or part number is named in the materials. - **Key specifications:** Minimum 50 x 35-inch worktable; workpiece capacity of at least 55 x 40 x 15 inches and 6,500 pounds; X/Y/Z travel of at least 35/23/17 inches; 120-amp maximum peak output; and 480V, three-phase, 60 Hz power compatibility or an included step-down transformer. Extensive accuracy, control, safety, and filtration specifications also apply. - **Delivery and support:** Deliver within four months after receipt of order. Scope includes delivery, installation supervision, assembly, startup, on-site functional testing, manuals and schematics, and training for three people, including two days of formal training beginning at startup. Provide a 24-month warranty, a 10-year linear-drive accuracy guarantee, repair-call response within 36 hours, and repair-parts delivery within 48 hours after an order. - **Notice purpose:** This is a sources-sought market-research notice, not a solicitation. Respondents are asked to describe capability, schedule, budgetary estimate including delivery and installation, and warranty and service support. ### Description

This is a Sources Sought Notice to determine the availability and technical capability of small and large businesses to meet the Government’s requirement for a new, fully functional Large Sinker EDM for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), Arnold AFB, Tennessee, in accordance with Attachment 1 – 1848 Large CNC EDM Sinker Specification Sheet.

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