Request for Information (RFI): Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Maintenance and Modification Services
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYPORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD GFPORTSMOUTH, NH, 03801-5000, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (J039)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/d27bb5ed138b4e76bf09c2b6a0e39b5d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine, is seeking information from qualified contractors regarding maintenance and modification services for its fleet of Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV). The RFI aims to gather insights on best practices and innovative solutions to inform a future 5-year contract for comprehensive services, including preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, modifications, and OEM support for approximately 150 PIVs. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the operational readiness and safety of the shipyard's diverse fleet, which includes various brands and models of vehicles. Interested parties should submit their responses via email to Marilyn Fletcher at marilyn.g.fletcher2.civ@us.navy.mil, clearly indicating "RFI - PIV Maintenance and Modification Services" in the subject line, with a submission deadline to be determined.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Marilyn Fletcher
    (207) 438-6349
    marilyn.g.fletcher2.civ@us.navy.mil
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