The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the one-time sale of a usable, truck-mounted crane located at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. The IFB, numbered 33-5048, is a sealed bid sale with an offer closing date of January 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST. An inspection period begins December 12, 2025, by appointment only. The crane is partially disassembled for transport. Bidders must submit their offers via SF114 to dla.sales@dla.mil, with a minimum bid of $100 per unit. The highest responsive and responsible bidder will be awarded the contract, following a pre-award survey and vetting process. The purchaser will be responsible for removal within 90 calendar days, providing their own material handling equipment, and adhering to all federal, state, and local regulations, including those concerning hazardous materials and export controls. Payment must be made in full via EFT, ACH, or credit card before removal. The IFB details terms, conditions, bidding procedures, contract performance, payment requirements, and compliance with government regulations.
This DLA Disposition Services pamphlet outlines standard Instructions, Terms, and Conditions for surplus and foreign excess personal property sales. It supersedes the March 1994 edition, with significant changes, particularly differentiating between U.S. surplus property and foreign excess personal property. Key clauses highlighted include Bid Information, Storage Charges/Late Removal Charges, and All-or-None Bid. The document details payment procedures, refunds, property removal responsibilities, and tax obligations. It also covers legal aspects like governing law and contract disputes, alongside specific conditions for vehicle titles, joint bids, and bidder eligibility. Additional terms address guaranteed descriptions, contractor conduct, and compliance with various federal acts regarding labor, safety, and export controls for items on the US Munitions List and Commerce Control List.
This government document, Standard Form 114 (REV. 5/2003), is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the sale of government property. It outlines the process for submitting sealed bids, including information required from bidders such as contact details, bid amount, and declarations regarding inspection of property and business type. The form specifies terms and conditions for bid acceptance, payment, and removal of property, with particular attention to bid deposits and deadlines. It also includes sections for government use only, detailing acceptance of bids and contract information. The document emphasizes adherence to regulations like the Privacy Act Statement (SF 114C) and defines requirements for bidders, including representations concerning small business status and the use of third parties to secure contracts. This IFB serves as a standardized template for selling government assets through a competitive bidding process.