The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is preparing to procure Backhoe Loaders (BHL) to replace the aging Caterpillar 420D and 420E models currently in use. The BHL must be a commercially available vehicle equipped with military modifications, featuring a backhoe, bucket loader, front fork attachment, and the capability to operate hydraulic tools. This procurement is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency within the Marine Corps Systems Command and is anticipated to be conducted through a full and open competition, with a Request for Proposal expected to be released in the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2025. Interested parties should monitor the Contracting Opportunities platform and the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment for the solicitation details, and are reminded that registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award. For further inquiries, contact Tommie L. Klise at tommie.klise@usmc.mil or Terence Mcginn at terence.mcginn@usmc.mil.