# SAM #W912LM27QA004

Market research for a 16,000 ft-lb digital torque multiplier

**Buyer:** Minnesota Army National Guard
**Posted:** November 10, 2026
**Respond By:** November 20, 2026
**Identifier:** W912LM27QA004
**NAICS:** 333991

The Minnesota Army National Guard is researching suppliers for a high-capacity digital torque multiplier used on CH-47 Chinook helicopters.
- **Government buyer:** Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, USPFO Minnesota, Minnesota Army National Guard.
- **Product requested:** One digital torque multiplier, reference model **ATP16000**, with capability meeting or exceeding **NSN 5120-01-708-0605**; quantity is not specified.
- **Key requirements:** Manual, non-powered operation up to 16,000 ft-lb, maximum input torque of 97 ft-lb, N.I.S.T.-traceable calibration, and weight no greater than 85 pounds. The tool must be authorized for CH-47 Chinook main rotor breakaway and include a No-FOD 1/2-inch ratcheting input wrench, air-tight fitted storage case, digital controller, and charger.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturer, OEM, or vendor is named. The notice seeks information from manufacturers and authorized distributors.
- **Notable context:** This is market research to assess supplier capabilities and inform the acquisition approach; it is not a formal request for quotations or proposals.

### Description

<p>This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research purposes only and <strong>does NOT constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), or Invitation for Bid (IFB)</strong>. No formal solicitation exists at this time. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in developing or submitting information in response to this notice.</p>

<p>The Minnesota Army National Guard is conducting market research to identify qualified manufacturers or authorized distributors capable of providing a 0-16,000 ft-lbs Digital Torque Multiplier that is also authorized for use on CH-47 Chinook helicopters. The results of this market research will determine the set-aside status.</p>

<p>The capabilities of the requested items shall meet or exceed the capabilities of NSN 5120-01-708-0605, ATP16000, listed below:</p>

<ul>
	<li>Rated for upto 16,000 ft-lbs of&nbsp;manual/non-powered torque at a maximum input of no more than 97 ft-lbs</li>
	<li>Authorized for use on a CH-47 Chinook Helicopter Main Rotor Breakaway</li>
	<li>Calibration Certificate traceable to N.I.S.T.</li>
	<li>The weight of the item not to exceed 85 pounds</li>
	<li>Include a No-FOD (foreign object damage) 1/2 inch ratcheting input wrench</li>
	<li>Include a durable, air-tight storage case with custom fitting foam</li>
	<li>Include a digital controller and charger</li>
</ul>

<p>Interest vendors capable of supplying an item that meet or exceed above salient characteristics are invited to submit a brief capability package containing:</p>

<ol>
	<li>Comany Profile</li>
	<li>Business Size and Socioeconomic Status</li>
	<li>State whether you are the Original Equipment Manufacturer or an authorized reseller/distributor</li>
	<li>Technical documentation</li>
	<li>Current availability on any existing Government contract vehicles</li>
</ol>

<p>Submit responses to the POC&#39;s email no later than the date listed in the sources sought. Please include the Subject Line: &quot;Sources Sought Response - Torque Multiplier - [Your Company Name]&quot;&nbsp;</p>

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