High Deck Patient Loading Platform

The General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service Assisted Acquisition Services Region 7 is seeking sources for a High Deck Patient Loading Platform (HDPLP), a specialized vehicle designed for patient transport and medical evacuation across multiple military and commercial aircraft. The vehicle must meet extensive specifications, including a tilt-cab over engine design with a 33,000 lb minimum gross vehicle weight, capabilities to transport 6 litters and 10 ambulatory patients within 2 minutes per lift, and maintain interior temperatures between 65-75°F. Potential contractors must submit a Sources Sought response by February 3, 2025, at 8:00 am, including comprehensive company information, UEI number, country of origin, manufacturer status, and socio-economic details. The procurement is focused on market research and does not guarantee future orders, with evaluation criteria emphasizing technical capabilities, delivery timeframes, supply chain resilience, and compliance with DOD cybersecurity requirements. Key technical requirements include air-transportability on C-5 and C-17 aircraft, a 24V electrical system, backup camera, intercom system, and a minimum 10-year operational lifespan.

There are no specific set-aside designations for this procurement, suggesting it is open to all qualified vendors within the Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing NAICS category. While no incumbent contractors are mentioned, the Sources Sought notice indicates that small businesses are particularly encouraged to respond. Although no precise award value is specified, the complexity of the vehicle suggests a potentially significant investment, with each unit likely requiring substantial engineering and customization. The vehicle must be compatible with multiple aircraft types including KC-10, KC-135, KC-46, and various Boeing and Airbus models, indicating a potentially large-scale procurement. Contractors will need to provide detailed product literature and demonstrate the ability to meet stringent technical specifications, including a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty, minimal wireless communications for security, and the capability to rapidly load and unload patients in diverse medical evacuation scenarios.