420 FLTS Toolboxes

SOL #: FA930226Q0045Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA9302 AFTC PZZ
EDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, United States

Place of Performance

Edwards, CA

NAICS

Hardware Manufacturing (332510)

PSC

Tool And Hardware Boxes (5140)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
May 1, 2026
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Last Updated
Jun 2, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 30, 2026, 12:00 AM

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 proposals for 420 FLTS Toolboxes under a Firm Fixed-Price contract. This Total Small Business Set-Aside requires the procurement of specific toolboxes and a comprehensive set of 177 individual tools, including specialized features like orange industrial-grade coating, foam trays with shadowed tools, and laser etching. Quotes are due by May 29, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for the procurement and delivery of toolboxes and a detailed inventory of tools. Key specifications include:

  • Toolboxes: Double-wall steel construction, 54" wide x 29-1/8" deep x 45-7/8" high, double-bank configuration, minimum 9 drawers, heavy-duty ball-bearing slides, 6"x2" casters, and a positive drawer retention system. They must have an orange industrial-grade powder coating.
  • Tools: A comprehensive list of 177 individual tools, including various sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and specialized items, as detailed in the Statement of Requirements (SOR) and the accompanying Excel tool listing.
  • Special Requirements: All tools must be supplied with foam trays for shadowing and require laser etching for kit identification.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: 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 (FOB Destination)
  • Period of Performance: 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO)

Evaluation Factors

Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Evaluation factors include:

  1. Price
  2. Technical Acceptability: Ability to provide the required toolboxes and tools as defined in the Statement of Requirements. The government reserves the right to evaluate additional quotations for technical acceptability if deemed in the best interest. Offerors must provide a full response to be considered responsive.

Submission Requirements & Deadlines

  • Questions Due: May 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST
  • Quotes Due: May 29, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST
  • Quotes must include delivery lead time, warranty details, quote validity period, CAGE/UEI, and discount terms.
  • All responses and questions should be sent to Jenna Jacobson (jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil) and Anne Beach (anne.beach@us.af.mil).

Important Notes

A new, updated Statement of Requirements (SOR) and an Excel tool listing have been posted on SAM.gov, superseding all previous versions and Q&As. Bidders must refer to these latest documents for accurate requirements, including clarifications on brand name vs. equivalent products and distributor/reseller acceptance.

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