Solicitation - Standard Automotive Tool Set (SATS) Base in Mobile; NSN: 4910-01-531-2053 - UPDATED

This document is a federal procurement and compliance tracking spreadsheet detailing hand tools, utility equipment, and safety footwear. It serves as a regulatory register for tools classified under Federal Supply Class (FSC) 51 (Hand Tools), FSC 52 (Measuring Tools), and FSC 84 (Clothing and Individual Equipment). The primary purpose of the document is to track domestic manufacturing compliance and exemptions under the Buy American Act and Domestic Non-Availability Determinations (DNAD). It catalogues a wide range of tools—including saws, drills, wrenches, pliers, and specialized electrical cable preparation equipment—noting their country of origin (such as Germany, Japan, Taiwan, Switzerland, Mexico, and China), supporting military systems (like MWMSS and VSECK), and representative National Stock Numbers (NSN). Crucially, the file details authorized DNAD control numbers, signing dates, and expiration dates extending as far as 2034. This structured list enables federal procurement officers to verify which non-domestic hand tools and equipment are legally cleared for government acquisition due to domestic non-availability.

This document is Amendment 0002 to federal solicitation W912CH-26-B-0003, issued by the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) on July 15, 2026. The procurement is a firm-fixed-price supply contract for "Tools and Shop Sets." The sole purpose of this amendment is to postpone the scheduled virtual bid opening. The bid opening date and time in Section A.1 (Description of Action) and Section L.4 (Bid Opening) have been changed from Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (erroneously listed as June 15, 2026, in one section of the original text) to Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. local time in Warren, Michigan. Due to security protocols at the Detroit Arsenal, the bid opening will be conducted virtually. Bidders are not required to attend but can request the Microsoft Teams link, teleconference number, and passcode from the buyer, Diana Jones, at least 24 to 48 hours prior to the opening. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the new bid opening date.

The document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a firm-fixed-price contract to provide 95 Standard Automotive Tool Sets (SATS) BASE in MOBILE, with an option for an additional 95 units. This procurement, solicitation number W912CH-26-B-0003, is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 332216. Key requirements include electronic bid submission by July 10, 2026, 5:00 PM local time, and a virtual bid opening on July 15, 2026. Bidders must complete all fill-ins on the Standard Form 33 and various sections, including pricing for production and option quantities, inspection and acceptance points, and transportation data. A Technical Data Package is available on SAM.gov, requiring potential bidders to have a current DD 2345. Deliveries are required within 160 days after award, with inspection and acceptance at the origin. The contract emphasizes adherence to packaging, marking, and unique item identification (IUID) standards, particularly for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000 or more. The contractor is also responsible for configuration management documentation and participation in a start-of-work meeting.

The document outlines the requirements and quality control measures for the Standard Automotive Tool Set-Sturdy Mobile (SATS-SM), a system comprising five mobile tool storage units filled with industrial-quality tools for sustaining tactical and combat automotive equipment. The SATS-SM must be durable, corrosion-resistant, fungus-resistant, and free of toxic chemicals. Storage media must have lockable casters, clear identification markings, and secure tool retention devices for rapid inventory. Drawers must be easily accessible, clearly labeled, and ergonomically designed. The system must have a projected economic life of at least fifteen years and be disposable under environmental regulations. Quality control involves preproduction and conformance inspections to ensure compliance with all specified requirements, including workmanship, reliability, durability, and tool warranties. The SATS-SM is an Army Working Capital Fund item designed to replace older common tool sets used in a shop environment.

This document is Amendment 0001 to federal solicitation W912CH-26-B-0003, issued by the Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) on July 7, 2026. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the bid closing date from July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST to July 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST. The underlying solicitation is for a firm-fixed-price supply contract supporting the "Tools and Shop Sets" weapon system. Administered by contract specialist Diana Jones, the amendment requires offerors to submit two signed copies of the document to acknowledge the change. All other terms, conditions, and provisions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

This document is the Question and Answer (Q&A) Log for Solicitation W912CH-26-B-0003, which covers the "SATS Base in Mobile" procurement. It provides clarification on technical specifications and material requirements for hand tools and storage media. Key clarifications include: - **Hand Tools:** Vendors may source the required 11-inch and 15-inch automotive adjustable wrenches from any manufacturer, provided the tools are made in the United States and meet the government's technical specifications. The government notes that Snap-On currently lists old stock of compliant Martin-brand wrenches. - **Storage Media and Retention Devices:** There are no restrictive material composition requirements (such as specific metals, polymers, or foam types) for the storage media or tool retention devices. Any materials are acceptable as long as they satisfy the performance, environmental, and corrosion-resistance standards outlined in the Description for Purchase (DFP). - **Design Specifications:** Integrated latching mechanisms are acceptable for securing trays during transport, and removable trays or modular inserts are permitted, provided operators do not have to remove major structural components of the storage system to access tools.