2. Brand name Justification for Snap-On tools.pdf

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition Justification-Snap-On or better

1. Contracting Activity: 147MSG/MSC Houston, Texas

2. Description of Action: This contract action is to purchase Individual Tool Kit (ITK) box and tools.

a. The Brand Name requirement(s) in support of this project is Snap-On.

b. This approval is being requested for Snap-On or better acquisition of (ITK) box and tools. The mission requires per AFI 24- 302,

• 2.3. AF/A4LR. The AF will have sufficient motor vehicles, manpower, tools, facilities and shop equipment on hand to support the AF WMP, AEF operations and/or ROMO.

• 2.13.3. Personnel with AFSCs 2T3X1, will be prepared to deploy with an ITK of standard and metric hand tools as directed by line-remarks. (T-1). ITK must also include any AFSC-specific tools required to fulfill possible MISCAP requirements. (T-1).

• 3.26.1. Productivity is increased by using new methods and procedures to get the most out of personnel, tools and space.

• 3.29.3. Ensuring that proper tools and equipment are readily available and serviceable, and that subordinate personnel are properly trained in their use.

• 5.41.1.4. Warranty hand tools are the standard for vehicle maintenance operations due to their high quality and free replacement policy.

• 5.41.1.8. All tools in ITKs, CTKs and tool cribs will have an assigned location identified either by inlay cuts in the shape of the item, shadowed layout or silhouette when stored in drawers, shelves and/or walls and engraved with a locally assigned kit control number designated by Material Control. (T-1). CTKs and tool crib control numbers include the shop initials.

c. A firm fixed price contract will be competitively solicited for this action.

d. The total government estimated cost for each of the Brand Name requirements is $55,551.46

3. Description of Supplies/Services:

a. The Toolbox and Tools replacement project includes “2” ITK toolbox and tool’s kit.

b. The specified ITK box is unique because it comes with Warranty and free lifetime replacement on all wearable parts of the toolbox itself. Local vendor is in the area with and vetted access to base for faster assistance if needed and a local region rep is available to rapidly assist with any concerns and tool replacements, allowing the mission to continue with laps of minimal downtime.

c. The specified Tools are unique because they meet the Air Force professional standards in quality and serviceability. All hand tools come with warranty and free lifetime replacement if they are ever damaged or worn. Electronic and air tools have a partial replacement or repair policy.

4. Authority Cited

6.302 -- Circumstances Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition.

The following statutory authorities (including applications and limitations) permit contracting without providing for full and open competition. Requirements for justifications to support the use of these authorities are in 6.303.

5. Reason for Authority Cited:

The use of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.301 – Snap-On is the only manufacturer of the tools required. End user functionality is standardized across all shops and mechanics, which provides consistent capabilities to supported units regardless of geographic location. Processes for tool accountability and shortage orders is also standardized, which would not be possible if multiple brands of tools were used. The specified Tools are unique because they meet the Air Force professional standards in quality and serviceability. All hand tools come with warranty and free lifetime replacement if they are ever damaged or worn. Electronic and air tools have a partial replacement or repair policy.

a.

• The specified ITK box is unique due to the customer service and vendor availability that comes with warranty and free lifetime replacement on wearable parts of the toolbox itself. Local vendors are in the area for faster assistance if needed. The specified Tools are unique because they meet the Air Force professional standards in quality and serviceability. All hand tools come with warranty and free lifetime replacement if they are damaged or worn.

Electronic and air tools have a partial replacement or repair policy, per Snap-On.

b. The requirement will be synopsized on Fid Biz Op, and the requirement for the Snap-On technology or better requirements will be included.

c. The solicitation will include the justification/rationale for the Snap-On technology or better requirement.

6. Efforts to Obtain Competition:

a. There may be other vendors, but could not find any vendor that met all the following:

i. Access to Ellington Field JRB via local tool truck or local region rep.

ii. Same or next day service, with exception of complex situations (1 week lead time max).

iii. Lifetime warranty for all hand tools, and movable parts of the toolboxes.

iv. Limited warranty on all electrical or pneumatic tools.

v. Tools that meet or exceed Airforce professional standards.

vi. Made in the USA

vii. All purchases made utilizing GSA contract guaranteeing best pricing.

7. Actions to Increase Competition: Continue to post limited competition solicitations via SAM.gov

8. Fair and Reasonable Cost:

Per FAR 15.404-1(b) – Proposal Analysis Techniques, it is anticipated that the cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable based on competition.

9. Market Research:

Market research was conducted for potential sources who may have the ability to fulfill the requirement. It was determined that Snap-On has authorized resellers that can also provide quotes.

10. Interested Sources:

Snap-On and authorized resellers.

11. Other Factors:

a. Procurement History:

1. The circumstances for this procurement being procured under FAR 6.302 - Circumstances Permitting Other Than Full and

Open Competition Will Satisfy Agency Requirements are critical to the ANG mission for Vehicle and equipment repair, to include Flight line vehicles and equipment critical to daily mission success. The following factors make Snap-On unique for this procurement:

a. Meets or exceeds Airforce tool standards.

i. Minimizes down time if a tool breaks.

b. Free lifetime replacement of hand tools and toolbox wearable parts.

c. Partial replacement or repair of Snap-On Air/Electric tools.

12. Technical Certification:

I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Name: ERIC LOPEZ

Date: 3/20/26

Title:

Signature:

SMALL SHOP CHIEF

13. Requirements Certification:

I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance, which are included in the justification, are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Name:

Date:

Title:

Signature:

ERIC LOPEZ

3/20/26

SMALL SHOP CHIEF

14. Contracting Officer Certification:

Based on the foregoing justification, I hereby approve the procurement of Snap-On or better on an other than full and open competition basis pursuant to the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302 “Circumstances Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition”, subject to availability of funds, and provided that the services and property herein described above have otherwise been authorized for acquisition.

Name: MSgt Buddy Ciemiengo

Date: 4/11/2026

Title: Contracting Officer

Signature: