Extendable Boom Forklift (EBFL)
ID: M67584-25-I-5014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDERQUANTICO, VA, 22134-6050, 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/f7b0eefa7f63443399d8363bc9de5c76/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM), is conducting market research for the procurement of approximately 348 Extendable Boom Forklifts (EBFLs) designed to handle heavy military pallets and operate in diverse terrains and climates. The EBFLs must be capable of loading and unloading pallets weighing up to 10,000 pounds, functioning effectively in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) environments, and being compatible with various military aircraft and transportation methods. These forklifts are crucial for enhancing the Marine Corps' logistical efficiency and operational readiness, particularly for handling ammunition, cargo, and supplies in challenging conditions. Vendors interested in this opportunity should submit their production estimates, pricing, and capabilities by May 15, 2025, as the actual Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated in Fiscal Year 2026. For further inquiries, contact Jamie Fullinwider at jamie.fullinwider@usmc.mil or Corinne Beadle at corinne.beadle.civ@usmc.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jamie FULLINWIDER
    (703) 517-9986
    jamie.fullinwider@usmc.mil
    Corinne Beadle
    corinne.beadle.civ@usmc.mil
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    EBFL_RFI25I5014_04152025.pdf
    The Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking vendors for the procurement of Extendable Boom Forklifts (EBFLs) as part of a market research initiative. The Marine Corps requires approximately 348 EBFLs capable of handling heavy military pallets and operating in diverse terrains and climates. Key specifications include the ability to load/unload pallets up to 10,000 pounds, operation in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) environments, and compatibility with various military aircraft and transportation methods. Vendors are asked to submit production estimates, pricing, capabilities for manufacturing and maintenance, and whether their products meet the outlined specifications. Responses are due by May 15, 2025, and the actual Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected in Fiscal Year 2026. This RFI is crucial for advancing the Marine Corps' logistical efficiency and operational readiness.
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