Torque Calibration System Upgrade 250-2000 lbf-ft
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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.
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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 (AFMETCAL) at Heath, OH, intends to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to Snap-On, A Division of LDSC Holdings, LLC, for a Torque Calibration System Upgrade 250-2000 lbf-ft. This presolicitation notice indicates the government's intent to procure 42 unit upgrades over a five-year period, citing the proprietary nature of the existing CDI system, now owned by Snap-on, as the justification for a sole source award.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the upgrade of existing torque calibration systems used by Air Force Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratories (PMELs). The upgrade involves procuring 42 units of specific Snap-on torque transducers (TTC12, TTC13, TTC14) and indicators (TTC610). These components are essential to replace current equipment that is difficult to support and frequently requires repair. The new transducers must maintain compatibility with the existing CDI TFC2000-0-03 Torque Calibration System, feature a four-hole bolt pattern, and achieve an accuracy of +/- 0.5% of reading or better. Each transducer requires a connecting cable, and the kits must be identified with manufacturer, model/part number, and an Air Force unique model/part number.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Anticipated Contractor: Snap-On, A Division of LDSC Holdings, LLC (Cage 55719)
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 - September 30, 2030
- Quantity: 42 unit upgrades over 5 years (9 units in the first year, remaining as options)
- Funding: FY26-30 using 3080/Investment funds
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Published Date: March 20, 2026
- Response Deadline for Capability Statements: April 13, 2026 (15 days from publication)
Evaluation & Submission
This is a Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source and not a request for competitive proposals or quotations. The decision to pursue a sole source award is based on market research and a Justification and Approval (J&A) citing 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR Part 6.302-1(a)(1) (Only One Responsible Source). The government determined that only Snap-on can provide the necessary upgrade without substantial duplication of costs, as they acquired CDI and manufacture equipment specifically designed to interface with CDI systems.
All responsible sources who believe they can provide the required items must submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation with clear and convincing evidence to AFMETCAL within fifteen (15) days of the publication date. Electronic submissions only.
Additional Notes
Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination, with testing conducted using NIST-traceable equipment. A standard 2-year warranty is required for each transducer and indicator. The items are Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS).