60K Aircraft Cargo Loader Manufacturing
ID: FA8534_60K_ACLType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8534 AFLCMC WNKACROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1670, 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/7c0c5eeb7f1141dea60c453f79cde11c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers for a 60K Aircraft Cargo Loader, which is essential for transporting cargo on military and commercial aircraft. The loader must meet specific technical requirements, including a 60,000-pound capacity, compatibility with various aircraft models, and operational stability in high winds. This initiative aims to enhance military logistics by improving cargo handling efficiency and capability. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit detailed capability documentation by February 28, 2025, to the designated contacts, Anna E. Isom and Wesley Hardy, via their respective emails, as participation does not guarantee contract awards and no reimbursement for participation costs will be provided.

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    Anna E. Isom
    Anna.Isom@us.af.mil
    Wesley Hardy
    wesley.hardy@us.af.mil
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    Request For Information 60K Manufacturing_Final.pdf
    The government is conducting market research to identify potential manufacturers for the 60K Aircraft Cargo Loader, a self-propelled loader designed for transporting cargo on military and commercial aircraft. Key technical requirements include a 60,000-pound capacity, compatibility with various aircraft models, and operational stability in high winds. Contractors are required to provide detailed capability documentation to demonstrate their ability to meet these specifications, including past experience, production capacity, quality assurance processes, and manufacturing capabilities. The government emphasizes that participation in this survey does not guarantee contract awards and does not provide reimbursement for participation costs. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to participate, and joint ventures are welcomed. Responses must be submitted to designated contacts by February 28, 2025, ensuring that all documents comply with government regulations. This initiative aims to support military logistics by enhancing cargo handling efficiency and capability.
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