Sources Sought Notice.pdf
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Defense Finance and Accounting Service
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This is a Notice of Sources Sought issued by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) for market research purposes regarding the procurement of an electric (battery-powered) forklift to support warehouse operations at the Columbus, Ohio facility.
The forklift must meet specific operational requirements including a 4,000-pound lifting capacity, maximum operating weight of 9,000 pounds, and a mandatory 3-wheel chassis design for maneuverability in tight spaces. The equipment must achieve a minimum 12-foot lifting height to access upper-tier storage racks and have a maximum height of 86 inches for doorway clearance. Power and drivetrain specifications require a 36-volt electrical system with a 36V Anderson connector to integrate with existing facility charging infrastructure, front and rear treaded cushion tires for warehouse floor traction, and an automatic parking brake. Ergonomic requirements include mini lever controls with ergonomic shift and carriage attachments with side shift and fork positioner controls for operator safety and precise load placement.
Interested vendors must submit responses by July 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST to both the Contracting Specialist Joel Steward (joel.k.steward.civ@mail.mil) and Contracting Officer Coleman Dieger (dcoleman.dieger.civ@mail.mil). Submissions must include a completed Contractor Capability Survey with a capability statement limited to three pages, company information, CAGE code, business size classification, explanation of how the company will meet requirements, and a firm fixed pricing estimate. The period of performance is August 10, 2026, through September 30, 2026, at the Columbus facility located at 3990 East Broad Street, Building 11, Section 1. The NAICS code is 333924 and the PSC code is 3920. All qualified sources, including small businesses, 8(a) firms, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, HUBZone small businesses, and women-owned small businesses, are encouraged to respond. This notice is for market research only and is not a formal solicitation.
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Notice of Sources Sought Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)
Electric Forklift for Columbus, OH
The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research to provide an electric (battery) forklift. This product will support the daily movement of palletized cargo, bulk supplies, critical equipment and continuous warehouse operations. For additional details, please reference the attached Draft Description of Need (DON). If your company is interested in this requirement, please complete and return the included Contractor Capability Survey. In addition, DFAS is requesting Capability Statements and Pricing Estimates.
No notice of Intent to Sole Source.
Requirement Description:
General & Operational Specifications
Requirement Specification Operational Justification
Lifting Capacity 4,000 lbs Base load-handling requirement.
Maximum Operating Weight
9,000 lbs Ensures compliance with box truck floor limits.
Chassis Configuration 3-Wheel Design Mandatory; for maneuverability and reduced turning radius in tight spaces.
Maximum Height 86 inches Maximum overhead guard height for truck doorway and overhead clearance.
Lifting Height Minimum 12 feet (144 inches) maximum lift
Required to reach upper-tier storage racks safely.
Power & Drivetrain Requirements
Electrical System 36-Volt Required to match facility operational tempo and existing battery management parameters.
Charging Interface
36V Anderson connector Must be fully compatible with current DFAS facility charging infrastructure which requires an Anderson connector to charge.
Tire Configuration
Front and Rear Treaded Cushion Tires
Required for optimal traction and stability on indoor warehouse surfaces.
Braking Automatic Parking Brake Critical safety mechanism to prevent unintentional movement when the operator dismounts.
Ergonomics, Controls & Safety Attachments
Operator Controls Mini lever controls with ergonomic shift
Required for operator safety and to minimize ergonomic strain during extended work hours.
Carriage Attachments
Side shift and fork positioner controls
Mandated for safety and ergonomic purposes; allows precise load placement without manual fork adjustment.
Notice of Sources Sought Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)
Electric Forklift for Columbus, OH
NAICS: 333924
PSC: 3920
Place of Performance: Defense Finance and Accounting Service, Columbus (DFAS-CO), 3990 East Broad St., Columbus, Ohio, 43213-1152, Building 11, Section 1.
Period of Performance: 10 August 2026 to 30 September 2026.
Vendors who can provide an equal product that meets all the requirements are invited to respond to this notice by submitting the Contractor Capability Survey, including a capability statement (limit capabilities statements to three pages), to include details concerning your experience in the above-mentioned subject matter area and estimated pricing. Please include the following in your submission:
• Title of the Requirement
• Company Name
• Company Address
• Company POC (name, phone number, and email address)
• CAGE
• Business Size
• An explanation of how you will meet the requirement description and equipment specifications
• A firm fixed pricing estimate
Issued By:
DFAS Contract Services Directorate Point of Contact: Joel Steward, Contracting Specialist Phone Number: 667-894-4118 E-Mail address: joel.k.steward.civ@mail.mil
Contracting Officer:
Name: Coleman Dieger, Contracting Officer Phone Number: 667-894-8494 E-mail: dcoleman.dieger.civ@mail.mil
Submission of Responses:
Interested sources should submit their response to Joel Steward via email at joel.k.steward.civ@mail.mil and Coleman Dieger via email at dcoleman.dieger.civ@mail.mil by July 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
All qualified and experienced sources including small businesses, 8(a) small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, HUBZone small businesses, and Women-owned small businesses are encouraged to respond to this Notice.
Disclaimer: This request for information is for market research purposes only. This is not a solicitation.
Information received from this notice will not be disclosed outside the government.
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