TOOL HOLDER
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 Navy, specifically NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH, is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of a TOOL HOLDER. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The required tool holder must meet stringent military specifications and drawings. Proposals are due by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the manufacture of a TOOL HOLDER in accordance with detailed specifications, including:
- Interpretation of drawings per MIL-D-70327 and OD 152922.
- Withstanding salt spray test per MIL-STD-202, Method 101.
- Incorporating a spring-loaded trigger mechanism providing an adjustable force of 25lb to 45lb.
- Compatibility with BUORD DWG 2314355, 2314358, 2314259, 2314360 for contact insertion/removal.
- Marking per MIL-STD-130, with specific measurements and details provided.
- Manufacturing and design must meet requirements specified on DRAWING 2314354P1 (10001) REV 3.
- Packaging shall be in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 5120 (Hand Tools, Nonedged, Nonpowered)
- Response Due Date: March 30, 2026, 8:30 PM Eastern Time
- Published Date: January 7, 2026
- Delivery: 90 days after receipt of order.
Evaluation & Requirements
- Inspection: GOVERNMENT SOURCE INSPECTION per FAR 52.246-2 is required. The contractor is responsible for all inspection requirements.
- OD Controlled Items: Award for this item will only be made to vendors listed on
OD36190. Substitute items are not authorized without prior testing and approval. - Configuration Control: MIL-STD-973, Paragraph 5.4.8, applies for Engineering Change Proposals, Deviations, and Waivers.
Additional Notes
Drawings are available for review on SAM.gov by searching the solicitation number. For inquiries, contact Amanda R. Hayward at amanda.r.hayward.civ@us.navy.mil or 717-605-5834.