How to bid on 97 LRS Vehicle Maintenance Tool Kits for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense, specifically the 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron, is seeking five comprehensive, mobile, and securely stored general mechanic hand-tool systems. These tool kits are needed to maintain 372 vehicles and related equipment at Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The agency wants solutions that meet or exceed the functionality and layout detailed in the solicitation's attachments, aiming to improve fleet readiness and address current operational issues.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 06, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted via email by August 10, 2026. The final deadline for submitting your proposal is August 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. It is important to note that funding is not currently available for this effort, and the government may cancel the solicitation at any time without obligation to reimburse offerors for costs.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply modern, comprehensive, and securely stored general mechanics hand tool kits. Vendors should be able to provide systems equivalent to or exceeding the functionality of specific ITK Tool Kits, as described in the solicitation. This is an equipment procurement for the Department of Defense, so experience with similar government contracts or supplying specialized tools for vehicle maintenance would be beneficial.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. You may need to click the link twice to reach the specific bid page. While some documents might require a free account to view, many do not. All questions must be submitted via email to Jarrod Ford at [email protected], with Scott Swain ([email protected]) as an alternate contact. Before submitting your proposal, your firm must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database and have a Unique Entity ID. Failure to register in SAM will make your firm ineligible for an award.

Practical tips for your response

Carefully review Attachment 1 for the detailed salient characteristics and Attachment 3 for the submission evaluation criteria. Your proposal should clearly demonstrate how your proposed tool kits meet or exceed these specific requirements. Since the agency explicitly mentions eliminating current operational deficiencies and enhancing fleet readiness, highlight how your solution achieves these goals.

Ensure your SAM registration is active and up-to-date with a Unique Entity ID well before the proposal deadline. This is a mandatory requirement for award eligibility. Also, submit any questions you have by the August 10, 2026 deadline to ensure you have all necessary clarifications before preparing your final submission.