Truck Mounted Hydraulic Excavator
ID: PANMCC-25-P-0000014745Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FDO FT CAVAZOSFORT CAVAZOS, TX, 76544-0000, USA

NAICS

Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing (336120)

PSC

EARTH MOVING AND EXCAVATING EQUIPMENT (3805)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9f46989e204e4f8b8dd7ce90d410add8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking responses from qualified small businesses for the procurement of a truck mounted hydraulic excavator intended for use at Fort Cavazos, Texas. This opportunity is categorized as a Sources Sought Notice, aimed at gathering information to support a potential small business set-aside, contingent upon receiving responses from at least two qualified small businesses. The excavator must meet stringent specifications, including a turbocharged engine, robust hydraulic systems, and advanced safety features, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in governmental applications. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities statements by May 30, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Central time, and should direct their responses to SSG Tyler Tamberelli at tyler.d.tamberelli.mil@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SSG Tamberelli, Tyler
    (254) 287-5508
    tyler.d.tamberelli.mil@army.mil
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    Salient Characteristics Truck Mounted Hydraulic Excavator.pdf
    The document outlines the specifications and requirements for a government Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding a heavy equipment vehicle. It emphasizes the minimum performance standards for engine specifications, electrical systems, chassis design, hydraulic systems, and operator controls. Key components include a turbocharged engine with specific horsepower and torque ratings, a robust hydraulic system with specified pressures and cylinder sizes, and advanced cab features such as climate control, safety glass, and ergonomic controls for ease of operation. The document meticulously details the vehicle’s structural integrity, weight capacities, braking and suspension systems, as well as safety features such as LED lighting and alarms. It ensures that the proposed equipment includes certain attachments, like a ditching bucket and a fixed thumb grapple. The overarching goal is to procure a capable and efficient vehicle that meets stringent operational criteria essential for governmental purposes, focusing on durability, functionality, and safety in performance. This comprehensive framework guides potential suppliers in responding effectively to the RFP, emphasizing adherence to specified standards while also ensuring operator safety and equipment performance.
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