H-1 Tool Groupings
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 Naval Air Warfare Center – Aircraft Division, Lakehurst (NAWCAD LKE) intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for H-1 Tool groupings to support its Prototype, Manufacturing, and Development Program (PMD). This is a limited competition opportunity, specifically targeting IDSC Holdings LLC and Snap-on Tools (CAGE: 55719) and their authorized distributors. Proposals are due by June 17, 2026. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation; no separate solicitation document will be issued.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of specific H-1 Tool groupings. A complete part list is provided in Attachment A: CLIN Structure, which details individual Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), descriptions (e.g., 'H-1 110-1 TOOL GROUPING'), quantities, and units of issue. Bidders must use this attachment to understand the precise items and quantities required for accurate pricing.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Competition: Limited competition between IDSC Holdings LLC and Snap-on Tools and their authorized distributors. Vendors not original end manufacturers must demonstrate authorized distributor capacity.
- Procedures: FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures).
- Proposal Due: June 17, 2026, 21:00 UTC
- Published: June 2, 2026
- Delivery: FOB Destination, 60 days after receipt of order, to NAVAIR Warfare CTR Aircraft DIV LKE, HWY 547, BLDG 148, MCC1, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. Early deliveries are acceptable.
- Payment Terms: NET 30.
- Quote Validity: 90 days.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose technically acceptable proposal is most advantageous to the Government, based on the lowest price. Evaluation criteria include:
- Technical Description: Offerors must include a detailed technical description of items to demonstrate compliance with solicitation requirements, including the attached CLIN Structure. Proposals lacking sufficient detail will not be considered.
- Price: Price will be evaluated for reasonableness. The total evaluated price will be the sum of all CLINs.
Key Requirements & Compliance
- Responsibility: Offerors must certify they have adequate resources, organization, experience, equipment, and ability to meet performance schedules.
- Buy American Act & Berry Amendment: Applicable clauses (52.225-1, 252.225-7012, 252.225-7015) will be included.
- Subcontracting: Deliverables must comply with FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting.
- Telecommunications Prohibition: Section 889 (FAR Case 2019-009) clauses are applicable.
- Cybersecurity: DFARS 2019-D041 applies, requiring compliance with NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements (252.204-7019, 252.204-7020) and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Requirement (252.204-7021). A current NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment must be posted in SPRS prior to award.
- Commercial Items: If offering commercial items, Attachment B: Commercial Item Checklist must be completed and submitted.
- Item Identification: DFARS Clause 252.211-7003 may apply to end items with a unit acquisition cost over $5,000.
- SAM.gov: Active SAM.gov registration is required for award.
Submission Instructions
Submit a Firm-Fixed-Price proposal electronically to jeffrey.m.chelston.civ@us.navy.mil by the due date. Electronic spreadsheets must be Excel compatible with active formulas and links.
Contact Information
All questions should be directed to Jeff Chelston at jeffrey.m.chelston.civ@us.navy.mil.