Attachment 1 - FA470426Q7007_SOW_FY26 Forklifts.pdf

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STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

346th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron (EABS) Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Forklifts

June 2026

Statement of Work (SOW)

For 346th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron (EABS) Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Forklifts

346th EABS, Puerto Rico

1. BACKGROUND: The 346 Expeditionary Air Base Squadron (346th EABS) requires reliable material handling and lifting equipment to support daily logistics, warehousing, and operational missions.

Currently, there is a requirement to lease eleven (11) assets, including various capacities of forklifts, telehandlers, and a boom lift, to ensure the safe and efficient movement of cargo and personnel. This equipment is critical to maintaining the operational readiness of the 346th EABS at the Puerto Rico Air National Guard (PRANG) and Jose Aponte Airport.

2. SCOPE OF WORK: The Contractor shall provide, deliver, and maintain eleven (11) diesel-powered material handling and lifting assets for a period of 365 days. The scope includes all scheduled preventative maintenance and unscheduled repair services to ensure the equipment remains fully operational throughout the lease agreement.

3. OBJECTIVES: The primary objective of this contract is to secure continuous, safe, and reliable material handling capabilities to support the 346th EABS mission. All provided equipment must minimize operational downtime and strictly comply with manufacturer specifications or TO 36-1-191 or whichever is stricter.

4. REQUIREMENTS: The Contractor shall provide equipment and services that meet the following specifications. All assets must be diesel-powered. Electric or Liquid Propane Gas (Propane) assets will not be accepted.

Technical & Maintenance Standards:

• Fuel Type: 100% of the fleet provided must be diesel-powered.

• Maintenance: The Contractor shall perform or arrange for all scheduled preventive maintenance in line with manufacturer specifications or TO 36-1-191 or whichever is more strict. The Contractor must respond to emergency repair calls and restore functionality or provide a replacement asset within 48 hours of notification or next normal business day.

5. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES: The government shall furnish the operators for the equipment. Additionally, the government will provide the Diesel Fuel (DS1/DS2) required for the daily operation of the equipment. The Government will not provide tools, repair parts, or fluids (oil, hydraulic fluid) required for contractor-performed maintenance. In the event of catastrophic failure to the equipment or an emergency, the government reserves the right to disable the battery or relieve hydraulic pressures as deemed appropriate by emergency services or 346th EABS Vehicle Management personnel.

6. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: All personnel employed by the Contractor in the performance of this contract shall abide by all Puerto Rico Air National Guard, Jose Aponte Airport security, and Jose Aponte Security Forces regulations. Personnel performing the work requested will be escorted for the duration while on the installation. Individuals must be able to pass a background check and provide their full name, DOB, SSN, driver’s license state, and license number to gain access.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Delivery, operation, and maintenance of the equipment shall be performed at:

• Puerto Rico Air National Guard (PRANG): 1x 15K Forklift and 1x 9K Forklift.

• Jose Aponte Airport: 1x 36K Forklift, 5x 6K Forklifts, 1x 60 Ft Boom Lift, and 2x Telehandlers.

8. MOBILIZATION: The Contractor shall complete all mobilization activities within 72 hours of contract award. All forklifts must be successfully delivered and ready for government use at their respective place of performance stated in paragraph 7 no later than the contract start date of 11 August 2026. The 72-hour mobilization period includes all time required for security inspections, escort coordination, and final delivery.

9. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The period of performance shall be for 1 base year and 2 option years commencing upon delivery of the assets.

10. HOURS OF OPERATION: Hours of operation are 0900-1700 Monday through Friday. Work can be done at other than the normal hours of operation with the approval of the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall coordinate all deliveries and maintenance 72 hours or more in advance with the 346th EABS points of contact.