How to bid on Rolling Tool Work Benches for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense needs four rolling tool work benches for the 185th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City, Iowa. Each bench must be at least 84 inches long, 30 inches deep, and 48 to 50 inches high. They need triple bank drawers, including at least three extra-wide top drawers, and a stainless steel power top with outlets, USB ports, and LED lights. A dedicated power drawer for charging tools is also required.

The benches must have an 8,000-pound load capacity, plug into a 110 outlet, and have at least four caster wheels. Drawer foam lining to outline included tools is necessary. All tools specified in the "Tool Spreadsheet" attachment must be included. Both the tools and benches must be from the same manufacturer, match in color, and come with a lifetime warranty. Tools will also require laser etching with a Unique World Wide Identifier after award.

This is a 100% small business set-aside opportunity. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price contract to the lowest-priced vendor that meets all minimum specifications.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation W50S72-26-Q-7300 was published on August 24, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be emailed to MSgt Megan McCauley by 10:00 AM Central on Friday, September 14, 2026. Questions and answers will be consolidated and posted.

Your complete quote must be received by the contracting office no later than September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. It is your responsibility to confirm receipt of your quote before the deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that manufacture or supply industrial equipment, specifically rolling tool work benches and associated tools. The applicable NAICS code is 332216, with a small business size standard of 750 employees. Vendors must be able to provide products that meet detailed specifications, including specific dimensions, features, load capacity, and tool requirements.

Firms that can supply both the benches and the required tools from a single manufacturer, ensuring color matching and a lifetime warranty, will be well-suited. Experience with laser etching for unique identifiers is also relevant.

How to respond

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Your quote must include a completed vendor information sheet with company details, point of contact, CAGE Code or UEI, place of manufacture, anticipated delivery time, F.O.B. information, and net payment terms. You must also provide adequate information such as product brochures, cut sheets, or technical data sheets to demonstrate that your offered items meet all minimum specifications. Links to websites are not acceptable.

Ensure your System for Award Management (SAM) registration is active and reflects all applicable socio-economic groups and NAICS codes. If your SAM profile does not include NAICS code 332216, you must complete and attach FAR 52.219-1 to your quote. If your representations and certifications in SAM differ or are incomplete, submit the full text provisions and clauses form with your quote. Quotes must be sent to the 185ARW/MSC contracting office in Sioux City, IA, by mail, hand delivery, or email to [email protected].

Practical tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the "Tool Spreadsheet" attachment to ensure all required tools are included and that your proposed tools and benches meet all specifications. Pay close attention to details like dimensions, load capacity, power features, and the requirement for a single manufacturer for both benches and tools, with matching colors and a lifetime warranty.

Provide clear and comprehensive documentation (brochures, data sheets) that explicitly shows how your proposed products meet each minimum specification. Do not rely on general product descriptions; directly address each requirement. Incomplete or vague information will lead to your quote being deemed non-responsive.

Verify your SAM registration is current and accurate, especially regarding NAICS codes and socio-economic status. Confirm your ability to submit invoices electronically via iRAPT within WAWF and receive payments via EFT, as these are mandatory for award. Also, ensure your quoted prices will not expire before September 30, 2026.