Power Tools

The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC), through the 577 Software Engineering Squadron, is preparing to issue a solicitation for the commercial procurement of a broad assortment of power‑driven hand tools, testing instruments, software, and related material parts to support the GASNTi2 Block 1 project at its South Portland, Maine base. The acquisition will be conducted as a “Brand Name or Equal” procurement under FAR 52.211‑6, meaning exact‑match items require only a certification of conformance, while any “or‑equal” substitutions must be accompanied by a full technical submittal for government approval. All items are to be delivered FOB destination to 50 Western Ave, South Portland, ME, packed in weather‑proof containers and palletized for forklift handling. Vendors must coordinate delivery schedules with government points of contact and comply with base access, traffic, and security procedures. The posting date is September 1, 2026 with a response deadline of September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM EST. • Procurement of power‑driven hand tools (Milwaukee M18 series, Wiha kits, etc.) and related accessories. • Includes testing instruments (GSSI GPR systems), software subscriptions, and various consumables. • Quantities range from single units to multi‑pack orders; total anticipated spend is likely in the six‑figure range. • Delivery must be FOB destination to 50 Western Ave, South Portland, ME; vendor responsible for scheduling and security compliance. • Brand‑Name or Equal approach: exact‑match items need only a certification; “or‑equal” items require detailed technical submittal and justification. • No pre‑bid conference or site‑visit is mentioned in the notice. • Response deadline: September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM EST; posting date: September 1, 2026. • NAICS primary 333991 (Power‑Driven Handtool Manufacturing) with secondary 423710 (Hardware Merchant Wholesalers).