The U.S. Coast Guard awarded a purchase order to Snap-On Industrial for $304,079.50 on December 31, 2026, to supply six customized toolbox sets and one heavy maintenance box for helicopter hangar operations at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, with completion by February 27, 2027.
The Coast Guard determined Snap-On Industrial was the sole available source due to proprietary specifications and original equipment manufacturer customization requirements for MH-65E helicopter maintenance. The procurement supports the Avionics, Helicopter, Metal, and Survival Shops with approximately 2,012 pieces per hangar toolbox, including wrenches, power tools, pneumatic tools, laser-cut foam storage, and measurement and inspection tools. The originating special notice was posted September 8, 2026, with a capability statement deadline of September 22, 2026.