Summary

This is a Sole Source or Brand Name Justification (NTE SAT) document submitted by NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Centers in accordance with FAR 12.102(a). The document justifies single-source procurement for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Hyster-Yale qualified or authorized service technician or Military Sealift Command (MSC) N7 Engineering qualified service personnel to conduct annual inspection, testing, and certification of material handling equipment (MHE) forklifts onboard Navy vessels. Purchase Request Number N00406-26-SIMACQ-DSM-PM6-0280 identifies the requirement, with competition restricted exclusively to Hyster-Yale Group, Inc.

The justification establishes that MHE is mission-critical for MSC vessel operations, and improper maintenance poses significant safety and operational hazards. Federal Regulation 29CFR178 mandates qualified and certified technicians perform maintenance and inspection on MHE. The document argues that only OEM authorized service providers possess access to replacement parts, proprietary software, technical data, and drawings necessary for proper equipment servicing and repair. The use of aftermarket parts cannot be verified against OEM specifications, and non-compliance with OEM materials and procedures could result in mechanical failure, damage, loss of cargo, personal injury, and violation of federal safety regulations. The certification statement confirms the information provided is complete, accurate, and represents the government's minimum requirement while precluding competition to the maximum extent practicable.