MHE servicers - OCONUS

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking material handling equipment (MHE) services for annual inspection, testing, and certification of forklifts located on the USNS SACAGAWEA (T-AKE 2) in Sasebo, Japan. This solicitation requires Hyster-authorized servicers to perform comprehensive inspections and maintenance on specific forklift models, with strict requirements for documentation and technical expertise. Contractors must be Hyster-authorized distributors/servicers and submit documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with their quote. The evaluation will be primarily price-based, though the government reserves the right to consider past performance if the lowest-priced quote does not represent the best value. The solicitation (N0040625QS0690001) has a response deadline of May 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM, with electronic invoicing required through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

The contract is set aside specifically for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and will be a firm, fixed-price supply contract with a performance period from May 12, 2025 to June 12, 2025. The place of performance is Sasebo, Japan, with specific packaging and marking requirements for shipping to the USNS SACAGAWEA. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and obtain Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) access. The solicitation covers forklifts with diesel and electric-powered models ranging from 4,000 to 10,000 pounds capacity, and the certification obtained will be valid for 18 months. Any equipment deficiencies must be immediately reported with recommended repairs, and all inspections must be performed using specific forms and detailed operational testing procedures as outlined in the Statement of Work.