Drill Bits, Counterbores, And Countersinks: Hand And Machine

PSC Category 5133-P encompasses drill bits, counterbores, and countersinks for both hand and machine applications. These precision tooling components are critical for manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and industrial processes across various government and military sectors. The category includes specialized cutting tools such as twist drills, straight flute drills, carbide drills, and various machining accessories designed for metalworking, equipment maintenance, and fabrication operations.

The federal contract awards in this category predominantly involve the U.S. Army TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, Naval Sea Systems Command, Defense Logistics Agency, and Air Force Materiel Command. Contract values typically range from a few hundred to approximately $250,000, with most awards being firm fixed-price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) or purchase orders. Frequent awardees include small businesses like Blanchard Industrial Supplies, H & C Tool Supply Corp., Johnston Industrial Supply, and Midway Industrial Supply. Many contracts are set aside for small businesses, including woman-owned, veteran-owned, and minority-owned firms. Places of performance are primarily located across the United States, with contractors based in states like New York, Missouri, and Connecticut.

The sole federal contract opportunity posted is a Defense Logistics Agency solicitation for downcut/compression bits, specifically targeting small business vendors. The opportunity is for DLA Maritime Pearl Harbor, with quotes due by November 25, 2024. This total small business set-aside solicitation requires vendors to be registered in the System for Award Management and comply with specific federal acquisition regulations. The solicitation covers cutting tool manufacturing under the North American Industry Classification System code 333515, with the place of performance designated as the United States.