Comblift Purchase
ID: FA4801MM24254Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4801 49 CONS PKHOLLOMAN AFB, NM, 88330-8225, USA

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

PSC

WAREHOUSE TRUCKS AND TRACTORS, SELF-PROPELLED (3930)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2eca234275aa43ad93dc34613096762c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking small businesses to provide two Comblifts with a capacity of 25,000 lbs, as outlined in the attached specifications document. The procurement aims to acquire forklifts suitable for confined warehouse environments, capable of lifting containers weighing between 4,000 lbs and 15,000 lbs, with a maximum lift height of 13'5" and operational dimensions tailored for efficiency in limited spaces. Interested vendors are encouraged to respond with their capabilities and delivery timelines, as this sources sought notice is intended for market research purposes only, with no contract awards resulting from this posting. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Michael Mascorro at michael.mascorro.1@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michael Mascorro
    michael.mascorro.1@us.af.mil
    Files
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    RBCP MHE Specifications.pdf
    The document outlines the required specifications for a forklift intended for use in a confined warehouse environment. Key criteria include a maximum lift height of 13'5" and the ability to lift containers weighing between 4,000 lbs and 15,000 lbs, crucial for stacking up to 12' high and extending 8' outward. Additional detailed specifications include overall dimensions such as a closed mast height of 135", an overall length of 96" to 105", and various clearances and angles for operational efficiency. The forklift must exhibit a weight capacity ranging from 14,000 lbs to 17,300 lbs, an unladen weight of 23,000 lbs to 24,000 lbs, and should be equipped with a Deutz Diesel Engine that produces 74 HP. This specification set serves as a guideline for manufacturers responding to a government Request for Proposals (RFP), ensuring that the machinery meets safety, efficiency, and operational needs for public sector applications. The detailed technical requirements emphasize the importance of performance, reliability, and suitability for heavy-duty tasks in limited spaces, highlighting the government’s focus on operational capabilities in procurement processes.
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