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RFI for 220V / 50Hz Power Tools for OCONUS Operations (Europe)
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The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Europe and Africa is conducting open market research to identify U.S.-based manufacturers capable of supplying commercial-off-the-shelf power tools that operate natively on the European 220V–240V, 50Hz electrical grid without requiring external transformers or adapters. This Request for Information is not a solicitation and does not obligate the government to issue a contract or purchase any products. Responses are strictly voluntary, and respondents will not be compensated for any costs incurred in preparing their submissions. The agency seeks technical specifications confirming that proposed tools are designed for native European voltage and frequency, are manufactured or assembled in the United States, and do not rely on external conversion equipment. Respondents must provide detailed answers to three core questions regarding product compatibility, manufacturing origin, and power requirements, along with company information including name, address, DUNS and CAGE codes, point of contact details, and a narrative describing capabilities and past performance. Submissions must be formatted as a single PDF document, not exceeding ten pages in length, using Times New Roman 12-point font, and may include proprietary markings where applicable. All responses are due by July 24, 2026, and must be sent to Ryan Piecyk at ryan.piecyk@dla.mil. Participation in this RFI does not guarantee future consideration for procurement, and potential vendors are responsible for monitoring the solicitation site for any updates or future opportunities.
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Kaiserslautern , DE-RP, 67657, DEUSet-Aside
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THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / SOURCES SOUGHT ONLY – This RFI/Sources Sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes – it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue an RFP or RFQ in the future. Solicitations are not available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the United States Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary; the United States Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the United States Government. Not responding to this RFI/Sources Sought does not preclude participation in any future RFP or RFQ, if any are issued. It is the responsibility of potential offerors to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this requirement.
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Europe and Africa is conducting market research to determine the availability of domestically manufactured (U.S.-made) 220-Volt / 50-Hertz power tools to support operations in Europe. The purpose of this market research is to identify if there are U.S. domestic manufacturers capable of providing commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) power tools that natively operate on the European power grid without the use of external voltage transformers.
With the requirement in mind, please answer the following questions as part of your response:
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Question 1: Do your offered power tools natively support operating input of 220V–240V alternating current (AC) at a frequency of 50Hz? Please provide the technical specification sheets or manufacturer cut-sheets confirming this rating.
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Question 2: Do your offered tools require external voltage transformers, frequency converters, or step-down adapters to operate on a standard European 220V/50Hz power grid?
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Question 3: Are the offered 220V/50Hz power tools manufactured, produced, or assembled in the United States?
Please submit the following information in your response:
1. Answers to the above questions
2. Company information, to include:
- Your company name, address,
- The company's web page (if applicable);
- CAGE Code and DUNS number,
- Point of contact, including: name, title, phone, and email address
- General company narrative of capabilities, past work etc.
Responses shall be provided in .pdf format and are limited to 10 pages, single-spaced, 8.5 inch x 11 inch or 8.5 inch x 14 inch paper size, and the font shall be Times New Roman with a minimum size of 12 point. The Government will not review any pages beyond the 10–page limit. If your submittal contains company proprietary information then it should be marked accordingly.
The response date for this RFI is July 24, 2026. All responses to this RFI should be submitted to the Contracting Officer Ryan Piecyk at ryan.piecyk@dla.mil
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