Drilling And Tapping Machines

PSC Category 3413 encompasses drilling and tapping machines, which are precision manufacturing tools used across various federal government operations. These machines are essential for creating precise holes, threading, and performing intricate metalworking tasks in industrial, maintenance, and research settings. The equipment ranges from small bench-top drill presses to large industrial drilling machines with specialized capabilities for specific technical applications.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant diversity, with contract values ranging from $800 to over $1 million. The Defense Logistics Agency, U.S. Army Materiel Command, and various military branches frequently award these contracts. Many awards are made to small businesses such as Wright Tool Company, Jenks Inc., and Phoenix Trading Inc. Contracts are predominantly firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders, with performance periods typically spanning several months to a year. Most awards do not utilize set-aside designations, though some specifically target small business contractors. Performance locations include military installations, research facilities, and manufacturing centers across the United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on procuring specialized drilling machines, laser etchers, and related equipment for military and scientific applications. Solicitations include requirements from the Army Contracting Command - Rock Island, U.S. Air Forces in Europe, and Marine Corps maintenance facilities. Most opportunities are seeking commercial off-the-shelf equipment with specific technical requirements, such as precise spindle speeds, working surface dimensions, and operational capabilities. The procurement methods include competitive solicitations and sole-source justifications, with performance locations primarily in military bases and research centers, including sites in Illinois, United Kingdom, and North Carolina.