ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Storage Aid System Pittsburgh ANGB

DEPT OF DEFENSE FA860426RB011
Response Deadline
Jun 11, 2026
22 days left
Days Remaining
22
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Air Force, under the Department of Defense, is seeking a small-business set-aside contract for a Storage Aid System at Pittsburgh Air National Guard Base in Pennsylvania. The acquisition covers a mechanized materials handling system that includes design, manufacturing, delivery, installation, and testing of storage components such as mezzanine, pallet rack, mobile storage, rider reach, and related support equipment, along with removal of existing equipment. The work must comply with the purchase description, Air Force drawings, and appendix requirements, with emphasis on technical acceptability and balanced pricing under a lowest-price-technically-acceptable evaluation approach. Proposals are to be submitted electronically through PIEE, and the due date is 11 June 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
333922
Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing
PSC Code
3990
MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT

Solicitation Documents

14 Files
NPT501- Appendix B - Pallet Rack.pdf
PDF248 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This appendix outlines the minimum performance, design, fabrication, installation, and testing requirements for pallet rack types A, B, C, and D at Pittsburgh ANGB, Building 110. The project, prepared by Josh Payne and reviewed by James Rowland, requires adherence to this appendix, the Cover Purchase Description (PD), and Air Force (AF) Drawing NPT501-01. Key requirements include R-Mark® certified pallet rack and decking, specific configurations as per AF Drawing NPT501-01, and detailed structural elements for uprights, bearing plates, shelf beams, row spacers, leveling shims, decking, and anchoring. The system must be straight, square, and level, with capacity labels and row markers. An in-rack sprinkler system is not required. Quality assurance provisions mandate inspections and tests to verify compliance with all requirements, including load deformation, shelf-to-column safety lock functionality, and proper anchoring of footplates.
Cover PD-Pittsburgh.pdf
PDF230 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This Purchase Description outlines the minimum requirements for a storage aid system at Pittsburgh ANGB, Pennsylvania, Building 110. It details performance, design, fabrication, installation, orientation, and testing, aligning with Air Force Drawings NPT501-01 and NPT501-02. Key components include a mezzanine, pallet rack, mobile storage, rider reach, and support equipment. The document specifies strict adherence to noise level limits (85 dB(A)), electrical installation codes (NFPA 70, UFC 3-520-01), environmental protection (NEMA ICS 6, Type 12), and protection from mechanical damage. Design criteria emphasize a 30-year service life for static and 15 years for moving components, operation in diverse environmental conditions, and the use of standard, commercial parts. Safety, structural integrity (AISC 325, UFC 3-310-04), and ergonomic design are paramount, with detailed sections on protective coatings, welding (AWS standards), cutting, and coordination with base authorities. Documentation requirements cover management reports, shop drawings, equipment manuals, system checkout certificates, as-built drawings, and spare parts lists. The contractor must provide orientation for system operators and maintenance personnel. Quality assurance provisions include system checkout, quality conformance, and reliability demonstration tests, with a one-year warranty against defects.
NPT501- Appendix C - Mobile Storage System.pdf
PDF189 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This appendix outlines the minimum performance, design, fabrication, installation, and testing requirements for a mobile storage system at Pittsburgh ANGB, Building 110. Prepared by Josh Payne and reviewed by James Rowland, the document details specific characteristics for the system's operation, configuration, structure, and installation, including requirements for carriages, frames, bumpers, stationary platforms, shelving, face panels, row identification, rails, end stops, rail skirts, elevated flooring, ramps, drive chains, bearings, wheels, guidance systems, and safety devices. It also establishes quality assurance provisions, including inspections and functional tests to ensure the system meets specified criteria, such as load capacity, movement, and safety features. The goal is to ensure a fully compliant and functional mobile storage system.
NPT501-Contractor Information.pdf
PDF81 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document outlines the contractor information for NPT501 as of March 18, 2026, detailing available and unavailable services and facilities. Contractors will have access to normal working hours (0700-1500, M-F), office, classroom, staging (under roof: BLDG 110 WAREHOUSE, secured; outside: BLDG 110 parking lot, unsecured), and restroom facilities (BLDG 110). Utilities such as electrical outlets and water (BLDG 110 lower) are also available. However, government forklifts, tools, equipment, and personnel for loading/unloading are not provided. The contractor will be working near active Air Force operations and must minimize interference. A site visit can be arranged by contacting CMSGT Nicole Brown at 412-776-7210.
DFARS RFO Deviation Clauses Over SAT.pdf
PDF75 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document outlines various DFARS Class Deviation (CD) clauses incorporated by reference, detailing specific regulations and requirements for contractors dealing with the Department of Defense (DoD). These clauses cover a wide range of topics, including compensation of former DoD officials, whistleblower rights, antiterrorism awareness training, contract closeout procedures, and the use of the Supplier Performance Risk System. Other key areas include unique item identification, limitations on offers, prohibition of hexavalent chromium, Buy American provisions, preference for domestic commodities, export-controlled items, and prohibitions on procurements from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Additionally, the document addresses electronic submission of payment requests, levies on contract payments, requests for equitable adjustment, contractor purchasing system administration, notification of potential safety issues, and transportation of supplies by sea. The document specifies the effective dates for each clause, with many being updated in late 2022 and early 2023, and some extending into 2024 and 2026. This compilation is essential for understanding the regulatory landscape governing federal contracts with the DoD.
Notification of Compliance with Contract Insurance Requirements Pittsburgh.pdf
PDF603 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document, "Notification of Compliance with Contract Insurance Requirements" (Attachment 12, FA8604-26-R-B011), serves as a legally binding agreement for contractors to confirm their understanding and adherence to specified insurance obligations within a government contract. Contractors must maintain insurance types and amounts as stated in FAR 28.307-2, including state Workers' Compensation Insurance, throughout the contract's duration and any extensions. Policies must include an endorsement ensuring the government receives at least 30 days' written notice from the insurer or contractor before any cancellation or material changes adversely affecting the government's interest become effective. Additionally, contractors are required to maintain copies of all subcontractors' proofs of required insurance and make them available upon request. The document also includes sections for the contractor and insurance company(s) to provide their details.
Checklist Summary Pricing Sheet Pittsburgh.pdf
PDF236 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document is a proposal checklist (FA8604-26-R-B011, Attachment 11) for federal government RFPs, detailing mandatory submission requirements for both technical and price volumes. For the technical proposal, offerors must submit an original and a sanitized copy (omitting identifying and pricing information), both in PDF format. Key requirements include no cost data in the technical proposal, a cover sheet with specific identifying information for the unsanitized copy, and complete, legible responses to all Technical Proposal Questionnaires (TPQs). Exceptions to government requirements must be explained, and commercial literature/cut sheets and a proposed schedule adhering to Section F are mandatory. The price volume, submitted separately, must include a cover sheet with identifying information, a point of contact, a 90-day validity statement, and an organized pricing sheet with all CLIN prices and a total proposed price. Offerors must also include a signed checklist, a signed SF1449 with block 24 completed, signed SF30 amendments, completed CLIN prices (except for
Solicitation - FA860426RB011.pdf
PDF792 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This government solicitation (FA860426RB011) from the United States Air Force is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Non-ACAT, Mechanized Materials Handling System at Pittsburgh ANGB, Pennsylvania, Building 110. The acquisition is 100% set aside for small businesses with a NAICS code of 333922 and a size standard of 500. The project involves system design, manufacturing and delivery of various storage systems (Mezzanine, Pallet Rack, Mobile Storage, Gravity Flow Through Rack, Plastic Bins, Pipe Storage), delivery of a Rider Reach Vehicle, demolition and removal of existing equipment, system installation and integration, and system reliability demonstration testing and final acceptance. Deliveries and performance periods range from 45 to 240 calendar days from the date of award. The document also includes detailed instructions for Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment, special contract requirements regarding racially discriminatory DEI activities, and various FAR clauses, including those related to limitations on subcontracting, post-award small business program rerepresentation, duty-free entry, and progress payments.
NPT501- Appendix E - Support Equipment.pdf
PDF411 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This appendix outlines the requirements for support equipment and existing equipment demonstration at Pittsburgh ANGB, Building 110. It details the minimum performance, design, fabrication, installation, and testing standards for various components, including 24 flow-through racks, 650 plastic storage bins, and 11 pipe racks. Additionally, it specifies the demolition and removal procedures for a modular office, existing pallet racks, and non-load-bearing walls. All work must comply with the appendix, the Cover PD, and Air Force Drawings NPT501-01 and NPT501-02. Quality assurance provisions include inspections and functional tests for the racks to ensure they meet specified requirements and can withstand loaded capacity without deformation.
Addendums Pittsburgh.pdf
PDF359 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This addendum outlines instructions for offerors and evaluation criteria for the FA8604-26-R-B011 solicitation, focusing on commercial items. Offerors must submit three documents: an electronic cost proposal and two technical proposals (one sanitized, one unsanitized) via the PIEE Solicitation application by 3:00 p.m. EST. Proposals must hold prices firm for 90 days. The government intends to award without discussions based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Proposals are evaluated on technical acceptability and price. Technical acceptability requires an 'Acceptable' rating in all subfactors (Technical Proposal Questionnaires, Commercial Literature/Cut Sheets, Proposed Schedule). The two lowest-priced, responsive proposals are initially evaluated for technical acceptability. If neither is acceptable, the next lowest is evaluated until an acceptable proposal is found. Price reasonableness and balance are also assessed, with unbalanced pricing leading to rejection. The evaluation process stops once a technically acceptable proposal with balanced pricing is identified, leading to award without further consideration of other offers. Debriefings will provide specific evaluation details to requesting offerors.
NPT501- Appendix A - Mezzanine.pdf
PDF195 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This appendix outlines the detailed requirements for the design, fabrication, installation, and testing of a mezzanine system at Pittsburgh ANGB, Building 110. The mezzanine will provide elevated storage space and integrate with existing forklift and pallet jack operations. Key specifications include a load capacity of 125 pounds per square foot, seismic force resistance, and pre-engineered components to eliminate on-site welding. The document details structural components such as columns, base plates, framing, decking, stairs, and railings, all adhering to specific ASTM and OSHA standards. It also mandates a wet-pipe fire suppression system, LED lighting, and various safety features like live load capacity signs. Quality assurance provisions require inspections and tests to verify load capacity and lighting levels, ensuring the mezzanine meets all performance and safety criteria.
NPT501-01.pdf
PDF218 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This document outlines the specifications for various pallet racking and storage systems for an Air Force Life Cycle Management Center facility. It details four main pallet rack types (A, B, C, and D), each with specific capacity, level, and design requirements, including wire mesh/decking, aisle clearances, and row spacers. Type A racks are 2 levels with 6000 lbs/level, while Type B racks are 6 levels with 1500 lbs/level. Types C and D are mobile aisle inserts with 4 levels and 1000 lbs/level, varying in dimensions and aisle clearances. The document also specifies gravity flow racks for high and low volume stock, flow racks with plastic bins, and pipe storage racks. Crucially, all components must support specified live and dead loads. It also provides height restrictions, such as an overall height not exceeding 7 feet with a raised floor and 12 feet overall length for mobile aisle systems, and notes existing obstructions like an AC unit and clear heights to structures and lights.
NPT501- Appendix D - Rider Reach.pdf
PDF177 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
This appendix, dated March 4, 2026, outlines the minimum performance, design, fabrication, installation, and test requirements for one Rider Reach at Pittsburgh ANGB, Building 110. Prepared by Josh Payne and reviewed by James Rowland, this document is an attachment to a Cover Purchase Description (PD). The Rider Reach must conform to ANSI B56.1 and interface with existing pallet racks and cantilevers. Key requirements include a minimum rated load capacity of 3,000 pounds, 24V power, 8 hours operating time, a 14-foot lift height, and various operational capabilities like a 24-inch reach distance and +/- 2 inches side shift. Safety features such as a deadman brake and overload protection are mandatory. Charging requirements specify compatibility with 110, 240, or 208-volt power sources, complying with NEMA IB 6-83. Training must adhere to ANSI B56.1 standards. Quality assurance provisions detail inspections and specific tests to ensure the Rider Reach meets all specified requirements and can operate safely and effectively.
NPT501-02.pdf
PDF169 KBMay 20, 2026
AI Summary
The document outlines a demolition and renovation project for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. The project involves removing existing structures such as a 6'-08" drop ceiling, electrical lines and outlets, and non-load-bearing walls. Additionally, a caged area and various types of pallet racking (Type A, Type B, and Type C with varied levels) along with guide rails are to be removed entirely. Approximately 30 total feet of electrical wiring will be needed for relocation. The overall purpose appears to be reconfiguring the space by clearing out current installations.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 6, 2026
amendedAmendment #1· Description UpdatedMay 11, 2026
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedMay 20, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 11, 2026
expiryArchive DateMay 20, 2027

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA8604 AFLCMC PZI

Point of Contact

Name
Jennifer Jensen

Place of Performance

Pennsylvania, UNITED STATES
LGRM Warehouse3000 Tanker Rd,171 ARW, PA 15108

Official Sources