DLA Disposition Services Kaiserslautern, Germany Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Maintenance and Repair
ID: SP4510-25-Q-1052Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA DISPOSITION SERVICES - EBSBATTLE CREEK, MI, 49037-3092, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (J039)

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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is seeking contractors for the maintenance and repair of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) at its facility in Kaiserslautern, Germany. The procurement encompasses both preventive and corrective maintenance services for various equipment, including electric forklifts, generators, and sweepers, with a contract structured as a Firm-Fixed Price for a base period of one year and two optional extensions, totaling a maximum of three years. This opportunity is critical for ensuring operational efficiency in support of military operations, with a total estimated financial commitment of EUR 210,000 for the maintenance services outlined in the detailed price schedule. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by 2:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the specified deadline, and can direct inquiries to Matthew Wonch at matthew.wonch@dla.mil or by phone at 269-967-9421.

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    This document presents a comprehensive equipment listing, detailing various types of machinery and vehicles utilized across federal and local projects. It outlines specifications such as asset numbers, categories, capacities, manufacturers, models, serial numbers, fuel types, and ages for a range of machinery including forklifts, loaders, excavators, and generators, which are predominantly diesel-powered, with some electric and LPG options. The focus is to track and manage assets, critical for upcoming federal grants, RFPs (Requests for Proposals), and state and local procurement initiatives. The inventory spans equipment from 2000 to 2025, highlighting aging fleets and recent acquisitions. This data is essential for evaluating current resource capabilities, planning replacement strategies, and optimizing operational efficiency. The structured format facilitates quick reference for stakeholders involved in equipment management and procurement decisions, underscoring the importance of maintaining up-to-date records in alignment with government regulations and procedural requirements for funding requests and project planning.
    The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services in Kaiserslautern, Germany, focusing on the provision of maintenance services for Material Handling Equipment (MHE). The PWS emphasizes the necessity for both Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance (CM) to ensure operational efficiency in supporting military operations. The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed Price, spanning a base period of one year with two optional extensions, totaling a maximum duration of three years. Key responsibilities of the contractor include providing all necessary personnel, tools, and equipment, adhering strictly to OEM specifications, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The contractor is instructed to perform annual PMs on all equipment and respond to CM requests within specific timeframes. The document details guidelines for invoicing, government-furnished property, and quality assurance processes. Additionally, it outlines the importance of maintaining workplace safety and environmental compliance, as well as base access protocols for contractor personnel. This PWS is crucial for ensuring optimal performance of MHE while maintaining robust safety and quality standards in alignment with U.S. governmental regulations.
    The file outlines a detailed price schedule for maintenance services related to material handling equipment at Kaiserslautern, dividing costs into three optional 12-month periods. The services listed include preventive maintenance for various equipment, such as electric forklifts, generators, sweepers, and shredders, as well as repair services classified by type and pricing structure—both for parts and hourly wages. Each option includes specific line items, such as the number of equipment units needing maintenance and total estimated costs, with the overall financial commitment for all options amounting to EUR 210,000. The document emphasizes exact quantities and price formats, highlighting the government’s structured approach to budgeting for maintenance contracts, ensuring clarity and consistency for potential bidders in compliance with RFP protocols.
    The document is a price schedule for maintenance services on various types of material handling equipment (MHE) at Kaiserslautern over three periods: a base period and two optional 12-month extensions. It details quantities needed for preventive maintenance on electric and diesel forklifts, generator sets, sweepers, shredders, vans, pallet scales, and other equipment, with a particular focus on repair services. Notably, repair services include reimbursable parts and hourly wages with specified maximum amounts. The total estimated costs are EUR 65,000 for the base period, EUR 70,000 for Option 1, and EUR 75,000 for Option 2, cumulatively amounting to EUR 210,000. Each option mirrors the base period listings with slight variations in repair services and cost caps. This document reflects the structured nature of government RFPs, emphasizing fiscal control and compliance in the procurement of maintenance services while ensuring the availability of essential equipment in operational readiness.
    The document serves as a Contractor Past Performance Data Sheet, essential for evaluating contractors' previous work to inform the awarding of government contracts. Part I instructs contractors to detail contract information, including work description, dollar value, subcontractor involvement, and any issues encountered along with corrective actions taken. Part II is to be filled out by the responding agency, requiring concise narrative evaluations of the contractor's performance across various criteria, including technical performance, management efficiency, schedule compliance, and socioeconomic interest utilization. Each aspect of contractor performance is rated on a scale from Exceptional to Unsatisfactory, with supporting narratives expected for each rating. This comprehensive assessment facilitates the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services in determining the likelihood of successful contract fulfillment. The focus on contractor reliability, effectiveness of corrective actions, and compliance with regulations highlights the document's role within the framework of federal procurement processes and accountability measures. Ultimately, the questionnaire culminates in an overall performance rating and a question regarding the likelihood of awarding future contracts to the contractor in question.
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation related to a contract managed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services. Effective from July 30, 2025, the document acknowledges revisions in response to offeror inquiries and modifies the price schedule to increase estimated quantities for specified Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). Key details include addressing questions about the omission of CLINs for Germany's annual safety inspections and chargers related to electric forklifts, confirming their inclusion in preventative maintenance services as per the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The amendment stipulates required acknowledgment from offerors regarding these changes to avoid rejection of proposals. Overall, it outlines administrative adjustments while ensuring clarity on service requirements for contractors interested in the solicitation.
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