Rental of Four (4) 600AJ and Two (2) 600S JLG Manlifts

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking to rent six JLG manlifts for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, specifically four Model 600AJ and two Model 600S units to support submarine overhaul work. The solicitation requires diesel-powered manlifts with foam-filled tires, no older than 5 model years, and equipped with OSHA-approved tie-off points and lifting pads for crane operations. Vendors must submit technical specification information sheets, as proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis. The point of contact for questions is Bob Watters, and prospective contractors must submit their responses by February 5, 2025, at 12:30 PM ET. Technical evaluations will assess the equipment's specifications, maintenance capabilities, and compliance with the detailed Statement of Work requirements.

This contract opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS category 532490 for Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing. The rental periods vary by equipment type: one 600AJ manlift for 52 weeks (July 22, 2025 - July 20, 2026) with three 4-week extension options, three 600AJ units for 31 weeks (September 15, 2025 - April 19, 2026), and two 600S units for 13 weeks (September 15, 2025 - December 14, 2025). The place of performance is located in Kittery, ME 03904, with the contractor required to provide 24-hour repair response time and complete repairs within 48 hours or supply replacement units within 72 hours. Maintenance must follow manufacturer recommendations, and the government reserves the right to request equipment swap-outs in cases of frequent breakdowns. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis, regardless of equipment usage hours.