The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting bids for the procurement of dump trucks and backhoes, contingent upon the availability of funds. This contract is set aside for small businesses under the Total Small Business Set-Aside program, as outlined in FAR 19.5, and falls under the NAICS code 532490, which pertains to the rental and leasing of other commercial and industrial machinery and equipment. The equipment will be utilized primarily for material handling at Fort Irwin, California, highlighting its importance in supporting military operations. Interested vendors should reach out to SSG Ben Shepherd at benjamin.p.shepherd2.mil@army.mil for further details regarding the solicitation process.