420 FLTS Toolboxes
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force (AFTC/PZZG) at Edwards AFB, CA, is soliciting quotes for 420 FLTS Toolboxes. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the procurement of specialized toolboxes and a comprehensive set of tools. Quotes are due by June 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for toolboxes with specific dimensions (54"W x 29-1/8"D x 45-7/8"H, double-bank), minimum 9 drawers, double-wall steel construction, heavy-duty ball-bearing slides, 6"x2" casters, and a positive drawer retention system. The toolboxes must be orange industrial-grade powder coated. A detailed inventory of 177 individual tools is required, including various sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and specialized tools. All tools must be laser-etched for kit identification, and foam trays with shadowed tools are mandatory for tool control. The latest "Tool Listing.V2.xlsx" and "Statement of Requirements.pdf" provide full specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation for Commercial Products and Services (Firm Fixed Price)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 332510 "Hardware Manufacturing" (Size Standard: 750 Employees)
- Product Service Code: 5140 "Tool And Hardware Boxes"
- Place of Performance: Edwards AFB, CA 93524
- Projected Period of Performance (PoP): 30 Days ARO (After Receipt of Order)
- Questions Due: June 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PST
- Quotes Due: June 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the vendor whose quote provides the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. Evaluation factors include:
- Price
- Technical Acceptability: Ability to provide the required toolboxes and tools as defined in the Statement of Requirements (SOR). The government will rank quotes by price and evaluate the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer. Other factors that may be considered include past performance, special features, warranty, maintenance availability, and delivery terms. Offerors must provide a full response to be considered responsive.
Submission Requirements
Quotes must be submitted to jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil and anne.beach@us.af.mil. Submissions must include:
- Freight: FOB Destination Edwards AFB, CA 93524
- Delivery lead time
- Details regarding any warranties or support plans
- Quote validity period
- CAGE/UEI (must be on the quote)
- Discount Terms