Material Handling Equipment
ID: FA489725SS013Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4897 366 CONS PKPMOUNTAIN HOME AFB, ID, 83648-5296, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SHOP SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT (4910)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 26, 2025, 6:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the 366 Contracting Squadron of the 366 Fighter Wing, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for providing material handling equipment at Mountain Home Air Force Base (AFB) in Idaho. The procurement aims to acquire two units of material handling equipment that meet specific operational requirements, including weight capacities and power specifications, to enhance the base's logistical capabilities. This initiative is part of a broader effort to explore socio-economic set-asides for small businesses, with the applicable NAICS code being 333924, which encompasses industrial truck and machinery manufacturing. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their qualifications and capabilities to the designated points of contact, Dan Parks and Nathan Polk, by email or phone, as this announcement serves as a preliminary step toward a potential future Request for Quotes (RFQ) limited to small businesses.

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Apr 8, 2025, 2:05 PM UTC
The 366 Contracting Squadron (366 CONS) of the 366 Fighter Wing is issuing a Sources Sought Announcement to assess the market for material handling equipment at Mountain Home Air Force Base (AFB), Idaho. This announcement is purely for information gathering and does not represent a formal solicitation. Interested vendors are encouraged to respond with their qualifications, company information, and small business status. The purpose is to gauge interest and capabilities, potentially leading to a future Request for Quotes (RFQ) limited to small businesses. The applicable NAICS code is 333924, with a small business size standard of 900 employees. Responses should be directed to specified points of contact within the 366 CONS, emphasizing the vendors' capacity to meet the requirements and timeline outlined. The announcement highlights that no contract commitment is implied, and all costs for response preparation are borne by the interested parties. The 366 CONS aims to explore socio-economic set-asides for small business competition, making this initial inquiry a significant step in the procurement process.
Apr 8, 2025, 2:05 PM UTC
The 366th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Mountain Home AFB, ID is seeking to procure two Material Handling Equipment (MHE) units as specified in their request. The MHE must meet numerous physical characteristics including operator and load tray weight capacities of 300 lbs and 200 lbs respectively, and a vehicle weight with batteries of 1420 lbs. Additional specifications include a power source of V-Force Lithium-Ion batteries, a standard one-year warranty, and features such as amber LED flashing lights, a travel alarm, and a power-adjustable load tray. Importantly, no installation or training is required due to upgrades made from previous versions. Bidders must include shipping costs in their quotations with delivery to Building 1132 at Mountain Home AFB planned no later than 30 days post-contract award. This RFP highlights the Air Force's procurement process for specialized equipment, ensuring compliance with specific requirements to enhance operational capacity at the facility.
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