Planers And Shapers

PSC Category 3418 encompasses planers and shapers, primarily focusing on woodworking and industrial machining equipment. These specialized tools are designed for precision surface preparation, smoothing, and dimensioning of materials, particularly wood. The category includes various types of planers with different horsepower ratings, cutting capabilities, and specific industrial applications ranging from carpentry and woodworking to military and agricultural facility maintenance.

The federal contract awards under this PSC category demonstrate consistent procurement of planers across multiple government agencies, including the Department of Agriculture Forest Service, Department of the Army, and General Services Administration. The awards typically range from $14,000 to $33,617, with contract durations spanning several months. Most awards are structured as firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders, frequently utilizing small business set-asides, including total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, and minority-owned business designations. Procurement vehicles like the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) are commonly used, with contracts often supporting organizational infrastructure, maintenance, and operational equipment needs.

Recent federal contract opportunities include solicitations for specialized planing equipment with specific technical requirements. The Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command is seeking a 24" Cold Planer Attachment compatible with existing Caterpillar machinery, while the Department of the Army is requesting a 24" 10HP wood planer for support activities in Honduras. These opportunities are predominantly set aside for small businesses and demonstrate a continued need for precise, specialized machining equipment across various federal agencies. The opportunities indicate detailed technical specifications, compatibility requirements, and performance locations that extend beyond traditional continental United States procurement zones.