LO Tools Snap-On
SOL #: FA469026Q0013Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4690 28 CONS PKC
ELLSWORTH AFB, SD, 57706-4947, United States
Place of Performance
Ellsworth AFB, SD
NAICS
Saw Blade and Handtool Manufacturing (332216)
PSC
Hand Tools, Nonedged, Nonpowered (5120)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Mar 31, 2026
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Last Updated
May 12, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 4, 2026, 7:00 PM
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, 28th Contracting Squadron (PKC), is soliciting proposals for professional-grade Snap-On tools with etching and foam shadowing for the new Low Observable (LO) facility at Ellsworth AFB, SD. This is a 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Set-Aside. Proposals are due by June 4, 2026, at 01:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This requirement, identified under Solicitation Number FA469026Q00130002, is for the procurement of specific toolboxes (Silicone, Structures, Composite, Hangar) and associated tools. Key deliverables include:
- Procurement of tools and toolboxes based on government-provided unique tool kit lists (Exhibits A-D).
- Custom-cut, two-color foam tool shadow trays designed to fit specific toolboxes (contractor-purchased or government-provided Dewalt Tough System 2.0).
- Tool ID laser etchings (9-digit Worldwide Identification Number - WWID) on each tool, with specific legibility requirements.
- Ensuring identical tool layouts and sequential etchings for multiple identical tool kits.
- Shipping to the government delivery point.
- A minimum 1-year warranty on all hand, air, and power tools.
- Adherence to DAFMAN 21-101 for tool uniformity. The requirement specifies brand-name Snap-On tools due to standardization mandates and their prevalence in existing maintenance sections at Ellsworth AFB.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for all listed items.
- Set-Aside: 100% Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
- NAICS: 332216, Size Standard: 750 employees.
- Delivery Schedule: 90 Calendar Days from the date of award receipt.
- FOB Details: Contractor Destination.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: June 4, 2026, 01:00 PM.
- Questions Due Date: May 15, 2026, 01:00 PM MDT.
- Submission: Quotes must be emailed to tyree.ross@us.af.mil and connor.thompson.2@us.af.mil.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on Price and Non-Price (technical) factors, with the most advantageous proposal to the Government being selected. Technical acceptability will be evaluated against the Statement of Work. The Government intends to award without negotiations.
Important Notes
- The solicitation (FA469026Q00130002) includes technical revisions: Line item A071 removed from Exhibit A (Hangar Box), Line item C123 removed from Exhibit C (Structures Box), and Line Item D098 revised in Exhibit D (Composite Box). All exhibits have been reuploaded.
- The correct delivery address is: ELLSWORTH PIO, 1629 BERGSTROM DRIVE, ELLSWORTH AFB, SD 57706, UNITED STATES.
- Delivery Point of Contact: MSgt Jonathan Gunther (jonathan.gunther.1@us.af.mil, 605-385-1952).
- All questions must be submitted in writing via email.
- Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
People
Points of Contact
SrA Tyree RossPRIMARY
SSgt Connor ThompsonSECONDARY
Files
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Solicitation
Posted: May 12, 2026
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Posted: Mar 31, 2026