Machine Tools, Portable

PSC Category 3450-P (Machine Tools, Portable) encompasses a diverse range of portable machine tools and related equipment used across various federal government operations. These tools include specialized machinery such as waterjet cutting systems, pavement routers, heat sealers, valve maintenance trailers, and other precision mechanical equipment designed for industrial, maintenance, construction, and operational support functions. The category covers equipment used for cutting, sealing, routing, measuring, and performing specialized mechanical tasks in environments ranging from military bases and shipyards to national wildlife refuges and overseas facilities.

Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate significant procurement activity, with contract values ranging from approximately $4,000 to over $3.8 million. Key awarding agencies include the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of the Navy, Department of the Air Force, and Department of Veterans Affairs. Frequently awarded entities include Macgyver Solutions (a service-disabled veteran-owned small business), Aantilia LLC (a women-owned small business), and Phillips Corporation Federal Division. Many awards utilize Total Small Business set-asides, with performance locations spanning military installations, shipyards, and federal facilities across the United States, including locations in Hawaii, Georgia, Virginia, and North Carolina. Contract types are predominantly firm-fixed-price purchase orders and delivery orders, typically with completion timelines between 6-12 months.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities in this category focus on procuring specialized machine tools for specific agency requirements. The Department of the Air Force Space Command has sought a Crafco Model 30 pavement router and a Crafco Sealing Machine for Patrick Space Force Base. The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is conducting a sole-source solicitation for an OMAX 2652 Waterjet system for Pearl Harbor. The Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service is requesting power tools and supplies for the Sevilleta National Wildlife Refuge. The United States Marine Corps is seeking a Valve Maintenance Trailer with a one-day field training program. These opportunities are predominantly unrestricted or small business set-aside procurements, reflecting a continued demand for specialized portable machine tools across federal agencies.