Equipment Trailers
ID: FA469025Q0026Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4690 28 CONS PKCELLSWORTH AFB, SD, 57706-4947, USA

NAICS

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212)

PSC

TRAILERS (2330)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0fb1d85db37d4c7083904cd64252f3c5/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the 28th Contracting Squadron at Ellsworth Air Force Base, is soliciting bids for the procurement of six equipment trailers under Solicitation Number FA469025Q0026. The trailers must meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum length of 126 inches, dual roll-up doors, and various features for storage and accessibility, as outlined in the Salient Characteristics List. These trailers are essential for the 28th Maintenance Group's operational needs, ensuring efficient transportation and storage capabilities. Interested small business vendors must submit their quotes by 3:00 PM MDT on May 19, 2025, and direct any inquiries to A1C Nicholas Oak at nicholas.oak@us.af.mil or Capt. Ryan Delapena at ryan.delapena@us.af.mil.

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    Attachment 1- Salient Characteristics List.pdf
    The document outlines the technical specifications for equipment trailers, detailing their salient characteristics for potential procurement under federal and state RFPs. Essential features include six trailers with a maximum width of 88 inches and height of 96 inches, equipped with a steering/tow bar, an integral wheel brake system, and double axles with at least 12-inch wheels. The trailers must include a weather-resistant enclosure measuring a minimum of 126 inches in length and designed with roll-up doors for easy access to a designated ladder and toolbox compartments. The ladder side is to accommodate full-length shelves and facilitate the storage of 2.3-foot-wide ladders, while the toolbox side will contain a secured six-drawer toolbox, a metal work top, and additional shelving. This document serves to guide potential suppliers in meeting the government's specifications, ensuring that the equipment trailers are durable, functional, and secure. It reflects a structured approach towards fulfilling necessary operational requirements for government agencies involving transportation and storage capabilities.
    Attachment 1 - Salient Characteristics List.pdf
    The government document details specifications for six equipment trailers intended for competitive bidding under federal and state RFPs. Each trailer must have a maximum width of 88 inches and a height of 96 inches, equipped with a removable tow bar, integral braking systems, double axles, and a pintle hook hitch for towing. The trailers should include load-rated tie-down points and forklift pockets for transportation. The enclosure must be weather-resistant and measure at least 126 inches long, 69.5 inches high, and 56 inches wide, featuring roll-up doors on both sides secured with padlocks. Internally, one side is designed for ladder storage with shelves, while the opposite side functions as a toolbox, containing a six-drawer toolbox and shelving. Overall, this document serves to establish clear requirements for trailer design and functionality, emphasizing durability and efficient storage for both tools and ladders, therefore allowing organizations to prepare competitive bids that meet these stipulations.
    Attachment 2 - FA469025Q0026 Solicitation.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of equipment trailers by the 28th Maintenance Group (MXG) at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota. The requirement is for six equipment trailers with a fixed price arrangement. Delivery is expected within 90 calendar days from the date of award to the designated military address. The document details various clauses related to inspection, acceptance, contract administration, and requirements for the submission of payment requests. Key aspects include compliance with the Department of Defense regulations regarding unique item identification for delivered items, and flow down of relevant Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses to subcontracts. It emphasizes the contractor's obligations for reporting unique identifiers and includes provisions to facilitate payments and resolves disputes through an appointed ombudsman. Overall, the document serves as a guide for potential contractors to understand their obligations and the requirements for bid submissions concerning government procurement processes.
    Attachment 3 - Questions and Answers.pdf
    The memorandum outlines Amendment 01 to Solicitation FA469025Q0026 for Equipment Trailers, issued by the 28th Contracting Squadron at Ellsworth Air Force Base. The amendment primarily addresses contractor inquiries regarding the specifications of the trailers. Key points include that the trailer will be a wagon-style with dual roll-up doors—dimensions for which should maximize internal space. The minimum required length for the trailers is set at 126 inches, as detailed in an attachment. Notably, no example photos of existing trailers will be provided to contractors. The memorandum reaffirms that all other solicitation terms and conditions remain unchanged, with contractors encouraged to direct further questions to the designated contracting specialist. This document serves to clarify specifications and ensure contractors have the necessary details to submit compliant bids for the required equipment trailers, reflecting standard practices in government solicitation processes.
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