Light Capability Rough Terrain Forklift
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- W912CH25-LCRTF
- Agency
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Department of the Army
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Place of performance
- Warren, Michigan, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center is seeking Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to provide Light Capability Rough Terrain Forklifts (LCRTF), a specialized military vehicle designed for handling equipment and cargo over challenging terrain. The procurement aims to acquire an estimated 411 forklifts with specific technical requirements, including a minimum lift capacity of 5,000 pounds, operating capabilities in extreme temperatures from -25 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and durability for both improved and unimproved terrain. The Sources Sought Questionnaire is designed to assess market capabilities and understand potential manufacturers' abilities to meet rigorous military standards for vehicle performance, reliability, and technical specifications. Potential respondents must demonstrate compliance with military standards such as ATPD-2392G, MIL-STD-464, and MIL-STD-1275. The response deadline for this Request for Information is May 22, 2025, with companies encouraged to submit comprehensive details about their manufacturing capabilities, production rates, and technical compliance.
The procurement is not designated with any specific set-aside, indicating open competition among qualified manufacturers. The Army plans to establish Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contracts spanning a minimum of four and a maximum of six one-year periods, with the potential contract value determined by the total number of forklifts procured. While no incumbent contractors are mentioned, the Army seeks vendors capable of producing a forklift with a maximum curb weight of 13,500 pounds, automatic or hydrostatic transmission, and diesel powertrain. The total estimated procurement of 411 vehicles suggests a significant investment in modernizing the military's material handling equipment capabilities. Potential contractors must provide detailed information about their production readiness, commercial availability, warranty terms, maintenance requirements, and testing facilities to be considered for this critical military procurement.
Notice text
The U.S. Army is seeking information to assess the availability of sources to meet the Government’s requirement for the LIGHT CAPABILITY ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT (LCRTF).
The objective of this Sources Sought Questionnaire is to better understand the availability and capabilities of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or other sources for vehicle systems meeting the LCRTF requirements, ancillary equipment, and system services. The Army plans on procuring an estimated 411 LCRTF over a minimum of four, maximum of six, one-year periods and plans to establish Firm Fixed Price (FFP) pricing for each period. The quantities identified and length of contract are not binding and are subject to change. The information gathered by the Army through this questionnaire, along with other market investigation data, is solely intended for use by the U.S. Army and will not be shared amongst competing companies. For instructions and more information regarding proprietary information, please refer to Section IV of this document. Participation in this Sources Sought Questionnaire by the various contractors is considered low risk to the commercial companies, as responses will be treated per Section IV as Proprietary.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| ATPD-2392J LIGHT CAPABILITY ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT (LCRTF) Final.pdf | ||
| RFI_LIGHT CAPABILITY ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT (LCRTF) - 25 March 2025.docx | DOCX document |
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