Forklift
ID: W911QX25Q0093Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG ADELPHIADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

WAREHOUSE TRUCKS AND TRACTORS, SELF-PROPELLED (3930)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/22dd8ffefa9743b6989f94a3d2c17d98/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 3:59 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking sources for the procurement of one Class V forklift to be delivered to Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The forklift must meet specific requirements, including a lift capacity of at least 12,000 pounds, a diesel engine, and various safety features, ensuring compliance with the government's standards for critical equipment. This opportunity is part of a market research initiative to identify potential suppliers, particularly from the small business community, and responses are due within five business days of posting. Interested parties should contact Crystal L. Demby at crystal.l.demby.civ@army.mil for further details and must submit their capabilities and relevant documentation by the specified deadline.

Point(s) of Contact
Crystal L. Demby
(301) 394-5332
crystal.l.demby.civ@army.mil
Files
Title
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Salient Characteristics (Sources Sought).doc
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The document outlines the requirements for a federal procurement of a Class V forklift. The specified forklift must have a lift capacity of at least 12,000 pounds and be equipped with a diesel engine, a two-stage lift mast capable of reaching a maximum height of 132 inches, and a 54-inch wide carriage. Additionally, it requires forks measuring 60 inches long, 2.5 inches thick, and 6 inches wide with a standard taper, as well as pneumatic shaped solid drive tires and a fully enclosed steel cab. The forklift should also include flood lights, warning lights, and a back-up alarm, with its total width falling between 55 and 60 inches. The procurement must cover freight and delivery, unloading rigging services, and at least a one-year warranty from the manufacturer, effective upon government acceptance at the delivery site. This request emphasizes the government's need for commercial availability of specified characteristics, ensuring compliance with minimally acceptable standards for critical equipment.
Sources Sought (Fork Lift).doc
Apr 2, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The government issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for acquiring one forklift, emphasizing market research rather than an immediate solicitation. The notice encourages participation from various small businesses, including those in the Small Business Community, such as Section 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and EDWOSB. Interested parties must respond within five business days, confirming their capabilities against specified requirements outlined in an attached document. Respondents should provide detailed specifications, market quotes, and their business classifications as per the relevant NAICS code (333924) standard. The goal is to ensure adequate competition while considering experiences with similar contracts. The estimated delivery timeframe post-contract award is between seven to eight months, with performance expected at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. All responses must be submitted via email to the designated contact, Crystal Demby, by the specified deadline, with strict instructions regarding acceptable file formats.
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