Name | Type | Posted | Actions |
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SOR_Toolboxes.docx | DOCX | May 1, 2026 |
Brand Name Snap-On Toolboxes
Contact and place of performance
Jenna Jacobson
Edwards, CA 93524
USA
Notice Type: Presolicitation Notice Anticipated Contract Award Date: 29 May 2026 Contract Award Number: TBD This is a Brand Name presolicitation notice. NAICS Code: 332510 FSC/PCS: 5140 Description: The United States Air Force Test Center/Directorate of Contracting (AFTC/PZZG), located at 5 S. Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB, CA, 93524 intends to issue a brand name, FFP purcahse order to an authorized reseller of Snap-O...
View moreThe "specialized criteria" refer to the strict Tool Control, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention, and warranty preservation standards mandated by Air Force instruction (e.g., AFI 21-101). Procuring these items as a fully integrated, turnkey system from Snap-on is required based on the following:
1. Warranty Preservation - High-torque and precision aerospace tools require a manufacturer warranty for lifecycle replacement. If a third-party vendor acquires off-the-shelf tools and subsequently etches them, it alters the metallurgical integrity and voids the original manufacturer's lifetime warranty. Factory-level etching by Snap-on ensures warranty retention.
2. FOD Compliance - Etching must not create stress risers in the tool steel or produce metallic micro-shavings that could migrate into aircraft systems. Snap-on utilizes proprietary factory laser-etching techniques specifically calibrated for their proprietary steel alloys, guaranteeing zero FOD generation (no flaking or burrs).
3. Turnkey Integration - Tools must perfectly match the tool control foam (shadowing) within the specific dimensions of the toolbox. Utilizing a single source ensures that the exact dimensions of the forged tools match the CNC-routed foam pockets, providing absolute tool accountability at the time of delivery.
The etching required is the permanent, high-contrast, laser-engraved application of the specific organizational/equipment identifier ("EBJ" numbers) onto every individual tool within the set. Mechanical stamping or rotary engraving is prohibited as it causes structural degradation and introduces FOD risks.
This procurement is classified as a "specialized order" (rather than a commercial off-the-shelf/COTS purchase) because it requires custom manufacturing modifications that cannot be fulfilled by simply pulling inventory from a warehouse shelf. The tools are intercepted during the factory production process to have the custom "EBJ" numbering permanently applied before final packaging. The kit must be delivered 100% compliant with immediate flight line tool-control standards. Procuring standard tools, a separate box, and hiring a third-party engraver constitutes a piecemeal approach that introduces unacceptable supply chain delays, QA/QC risks, and safety (FOD) hazards.
FAR 52.225-3, Buy American–Free Trade Agreements–Israeli Trade Act, FAR 52.225-5, Trade Agreements, and FAR 52.225-11, Buy American-Construction Materials under Trade Agreements, or FAR 52.225-23, Required Use of American Iron, Steel, and Manufactured Goods-Buy American Statute-Construction Materials under Trade Agreements do not apply to this acquisition.
There are no solicitation documents; however, any vendors that believe they can meet the requirements described should submit a complete technical package, which provides clear and convincing evidence that they can meet the Government’s requirement.
Contractors must be registered in System for Award (SAM) at www.sam.gov
Please submit all questions, comments, and feedback regarding this product to the following Points of Contact:
Ms. Jenna Jacobson, Contract Specialist, Email: [email protected]
Ms. Anne Beach, Contracting Officer, Email: [email protected]
No telephone responses will be accepted. Any information submitted by respondents to this Notice of Contract Action is strictly voluntary. To the maximum extent possible, please submit non-proprietary information. Any proprietary information submitted should be identified as such and will be properly protected from disclosure. No classified information shall be submitted. Any response submitted by respondents to this Notice of Contract Action constitutes consent for that submission to be reviewed by Government personnel.
The Air Force Test Center has appointed an Ombudsman to consider and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. Concerned parties should address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the Contracting Officer for resolution prior to consulting the Ombudsman. Additionally, Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation (AFFARS) 5352.201-9101 – Ombudsman, will be included in any potential solicitation and contract for this acquisition. The AFTC Ombudsman contact information is as follows: Air Force Test Center Vice Commander 1 South Rosamond Blvd, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-3784. Phone Number (661) 277-2810, Facsimile Number (661) 277-7593, Email: [email protected].
DISCLAIMER AND NOTICE: This is a presolicitation notice only and does not constitute a commitment, implied or otherwise, that AFTC/PZZG, will take procurement action on this matter. This is NOT a request for proposals, applications, proposal abstracts, or quotation. This courtesy Notice of Contract Action only shall not be construed as an obligation on the part of the Government. Further, the Government will NOT be responsible nor reimburse any submitters of information for any cost incurred in furnishing this information. The Government reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate. Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed. Information provided will be used to assess tradeoffs and alternatives available for the potential requirement. Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted.
The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Test Center/Directorate of Contracting (AFTC/PZZG) at Edwards AFB, California, issued this presolicitation notice for a firm-fixed-price purchase order for brand name Snap-On toolboxes. This procurement is identified under solicitation number FA930226Q0045 and is set aside for SBA (SBA). The acquisition falls under NAICS 332510 Hardware Manufacturing and PSC 5140 TOOL AND HARDWARE BOXES. The anticipated contract award date is May 29, 2026, with responses to this notice due by May 17, 2026.
The requirement is for a fully integrated, turnkey system of Snap-On toolboxes and tools to ensure compliance with strict tool control, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention, and warranty preservation standards mandated by Air Force Instruction 21-101. The procurement includes factory-level laser etching of specific organizational identifiers onto individual tools to maintain metallurgical integrity and manufacturer warranties. This specialized order requires the tools to be intercepted during production for custom engraving and precision fitting into CNC-routed foam pockets within the toolboxes. These modifications ensure absolute tool accountability and immediate flight line readiness upon delivery at Edwards, California.
The government intends to award a brand name purchase order to an authorized Snap-On reseller using procedures other than full and open competition, as the specialized nature of the tooling and integrated components is currently identified as only available from one responsible source. While no formal solicitation documents are provided, one attachment titled SOR_Toolboxes.docx was posted on May 1, 2026. Vendors capable of meeting these requirements may submit a technical package for review by the points of contact, Jenna Jacobson and Anne Beach.
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