Taps, Dies, And Collets; Hand And Machine

Product Service Code (PSC) 5136 encompasses taps, dies, and collets for both hand and machine use, representing critical tooling components in manufacturing, maintenance, and repair operations. These precision machining tools are essential for creating threads, cutting shapes, and holding workpieces during various industrial processes. The PSC covers a wide range of specialized metalworking implements used across multiple sectors, including defense, manufacturing, and maintenance industries.

Federal Contract Awards under PSC 5136 demonstrate significant diversity in funding agencies, with the Department of Defense (specifically Naval Sea Systems Command, Army Materiel Command, and Defense Logistics Agency) being the primary source of procurement. Award values range from under $100 to approximately $188,695, with most contracts being firm fixed-price purchase orders or blanket purchase agreements. Frequently awarded entities include Boeing Distribution, Inc., Oberg Industries LLC, and various small businesses. Many awards are not set aside, though some utilize total small business set-aside designations. Performance locations span the United States, with some international locations like Japan noted. Contract durations typically range from a few weeks to approximately one year.

The Federal Contract Opportunities for PSC 5136 include a specific solicitation by the Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command for ACME THREAD taps intended for SRF YOKOSUKA, Japan. The pre-solicitation and solicitation notices indicate a competitive, negotiated acquisition set aside for small businesses, with a required delivery of 30 days after order receipt. The procurement will follow Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) parts 12 and 13 for commercial and simplified acquisition procedures, with proposals to be submitted through SAM.gov and evaluated primarily on price, with potential consideration of past performance.