Sources Sought / Special Notice For Narrow Aisle Reach Truck
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- RFINarrowAisleReachTruck
- Agency
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ACC Redstone
Army Contracting Command, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 333924 Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Redstone Arsenal, Alabama 35898, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Army Materiel Command Contracting Command Redstone Arsenal (ACC Redstone) is conducting market research to identify parties interested in and capable of providing one electrically-powered narrow aisle reach lift truck, battery, charger, and supporting documentation. The truck must be capable of maneuvering in zero clearance aisles, lifting loads of at least 3,500 lbs at 24-inch load centers to a minimum height of 194 inches, and operating in a side stance standup configuration. Respondents must provide a tailored capability statement addressing the requirements and supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. Submissions are due by 4:30 PM CST on August 13, 2024.
This is an unrestricted procurement with no set-aside designation. The applicable NAICS code is 333924 - Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 500 employees. The Product Service Code is 3930 - Warehouse Trucks And Tractors, Self-Propelled. The government does not intend to award a contract based on the responses received and will not reimburse respondents for any information provided.
Notice text
3 versions
Update #3 · Latest ·
INTRODUCTION
This sources sought synopsis is being issued as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support a potential contract, which is anticipated to be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for quantity one (1) narrow aisle reach truck, also known as a standup forklift, capable of safely lifting, transporting, and storing palletized loads of various sizes, weights, and material composition while maneuvering in the narrow aisleways of a warehouse rack system. Delivery is expected to be no later than 6 months from contract award, however the Government may consider offers with longer lead times, provided they do not exceed 12 months from award.
This is an exchange with industry before receipt of proposals as defined in FAR 15.201(c)5. This notice is solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a request for proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future.
The government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of any responses received. An RFP is not available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for information solicited. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider acquisition strategies as deemed appropriate.
REQUIRED CAPABILITIES
The contemplated contract action is for quantity one (1) electrically-powered narrow aisle reach lift truck, battery, charger, and supporting documentation. The contractor will be required to deliver the equipment to the ASC – PSCC, Tobyhanna Army Depot, Building 2 – Bay 5, 11 Hap Arnold Blvd, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. Concurring with or shortly after delivery, the contractor will be required to travel to Tobyhanna Army Depot to perform an on-site demonstration of features and functions as part of acceptance testing. A minimum 12-month standard/36-month power train warranty for parts and labor will also be included. The proposed equipment should meet all salient characteristics listed below.
SALIENT CHARACTERSTICS
Type: Narrow-Aisle Reach Short Wheelbase
- Operation: Side Stance Standup
- Power: Electric, lead acid battery powered, 36 VDC. 208VAC 3-phase charging.
- Quantity one (1) manufacturer-approved battery shall be included.
- Quantity one (1) manufacturer-approved 208VAC 3-phase battery charger shall be included.
- Maneuverability: Capable of maneuvering in zero clearance aisles with a 48-inch x 48-inch pallet load at aisle width of 116 inches.
- Minimum lift capacity: 3,500 lbs at 24-inch load center. The lift capacity must be maintained throughout the full range of lift height and fork adjustment operations.
- Minimum max lift height: 194 inches
- Maximum lowered mast height: 105 inches
- Maximum overall truck height (including all lights & attachments): 110 inches
- Minimum mast tilt: 3 degrees forward; 4 degrees backward
- Minimum backrest height: 48 inches
- Minimum carriage side shift: 6 inches (3 inches per side)
- Minimum ground clearance: 2 inches
- Minimum operator clearance: 82 inches
- Fork length: 42 inches
- Wheels & Tires:
• Minimum 41" inside dimension outrigger bars
• Four (4) articulating tandem load wheels with sealed bearings
• Single rear drive tire, rubber
• Dual rear casters, poly
- Parking brake
- Backup alarm
- Amber strobe light(s)
- Red zone lights (both sides)
- Backup light(s)
- Adjustable headlights/work lights w/ guards
- Key switch, removable
- Battery charge indicator
- Automatic shut off
- Hour meter, maintenance indicator
- Static dissipative ground strap
- OSHA compliant rating/capacity plates, decals, marking and labeling
ELIGIBILITY
The applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 333924 with a Small Business Size Standard of 900 employees. The Product Service Code is 3930. Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond; however, each respondent must clearly identify their business size in their capabilities statement.
SUBMISSION DETAILS
Interested parties are requested to submit a capabilities statement and/or product brochure no longer than three (3) pages in Times New Roman font, size 10 or larger. This documentation must address at a minimum the following items:
- Description of the same or similar work your company has performed in the past to provide the same or similar requirement.
- Description of at least one offered product meeting the salient characteristics as described above, including pertinent manufacturer’s technical specification data.
- Explanation of your company’s ability to perform at least 50% of the tasking described, in compliance with FAR 52.219-14.
- Company information: name, CAGE / SAM UEI, business size (small or large) for respective NAICS per sam.gov Reps & Certs (FAR / DFARS), FAR 52.219-1.
- Indicate any SBA Certified Socioeconomic status per the SBA Dynamic Small Business Search profile.
Submittal of capabilities statements (or any pre-submission questions) are requested via electronic mail to Tawana Sizemore, Contracting Officer, CCAM-CAD-B, ACC RSA, tawana.m.sizemore.civ@mail.mil no later than 4:30 PM CST on Wednesday, August 13, 2024.
Update #2 ·
INTRODUCTION
This sources sought synopsis is being issued as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support the Government’s requirement for quantity one (1) narrow aisle reach truck, also known as a standup forklift, capable of safely lifting, transporting, and storing palletized loads of various sizes, weights, and material composition while maneuvering in the narrow aisleways of a warehouse rack system. Delivery will be made to Tobyhanna Army Depot, Building 2, Bay 5, 11 Hap Arnold Boulevard, Tobyhanna, PA 18466.
This is an exchange with industry before receipt of proposals as defined in FAR 15.201(c)5. This notice is solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a request for proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future.
The government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of any responses received. An RFP is not available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for information solicited. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider acquisition strategies as deemed appropriate.
REQUIRED CAPABILITIES
The Contractor shall provide quantity one (1) electrically-powered narrow aisle reach lift truck, battery, charger, and supporting documentation. The truck shall be capable of maneuvering in zero clearance aisles with a 48-inch x 48-inch pallet load at aisle width of 116 inches. It shall have the ability of lifting loads of at least 3,500 lbs at 24 inch load center a minimum of 194 inches from the floor and shall be operated in a side stance standup configuration. The contractor will be required to deliver the equipment to the above-stated address, provide an on-site demonstration of features and functions, and include a minimum 12-month standard/36-month power train warranty for parts and labor.
ELIGIBILITY
The applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 333924 with a Small Business Size Standard of 500 employees. The Product Service Code is 3930. Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond; however, each respondent must clearly identify their business size in their capabilities statement.
SUBMISSION DETAILS
If your organization has the potential capacity to perform these contract services, please provide the following information: 1) Organization name, address, email address, Web site address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization; and 2) Tailored capability statements addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements.
Submittal of capabilities statements (or any pre-submission questions) are requested via electronic mail to Tawana Sizemore, Contracting Officer, CCAM-CAD-B, ACC RSA, tawana.m.sizemore.civ@mail.mil no later than 4:30 PM CST on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
Update #1 ·
INTRODUCTION
This sources sought synopsis is being issued as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support the Government’s requirement for quantity one (1) narrow aisle reach truck, also known as a standup forklift, capable of safely lifting, transporting, and storing palletized loads of various sizes, weights, and material composition while maneuvering in the narrow aisleways of a warehouse rack system. Delivery will be made to Tobyhanna Army Depot, Building 2, Bay 5, 11 Hap Arnold Boulevard, Tobyhanna, PA 18466.
This is an exchange with industry before receipt of proposals as defined in FAR 15.201(c)5. This notice is solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a request for proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future.
The government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of any responses received. An RFP is not available at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for information solicited. The information provided herein is subject to change and in no way binds the Government. The Government reserves the right to consider acquisition strategies as deemed appropriate.
REQUIRED CAPABILITIES
The Contractor shall provide quantity one (1) electrically-powered narrow aisle reach lift truck, battery, charger, and supporting documentation. The truck shall be capable of maneuvering in zero clearance aisles with a 48-inch x 48-inch pallet load at aisle width of 116 inches. It shall have the ability of lifting loads of at least 3,500 lbs at 24 inch load center a minimum of 194 inches from the floor and shall be operated in a side stance standup configuration. The contractor will be required to deliver the equipment to the above-stated address, provide an on-site demonstration of features and functions, and include a minimum 12-month standard/36-month power train warranty for parts and labor.
ELIGIBILITY
The applicable NAICS code for this requirement is 423830 with a Small Business Size Standard of 500 employees. The Product Service Code is 3930. Businesses of all sizes are encouraged to respond; however, each respondent must clearly identify their business size in their capabilities statement.
SUBMISSION DETAILS
If your organization has the potential capacity to perform these contract services, please provide the following information: 1) Organization name, address, email address, Web site address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization; and 2) Tailored capability statements addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements.
Submittal of capabilities statements (or any pre-submission questions) are requested via electronic mail to Tawana Sizemore, Contracting Officer, CCAM-CAD-B, ACC RSA, tawana.m.sizemore.civ@mail.mil no later than 4:30 PM CST on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
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