733 CES Fort Eustis 544H Loader Repair
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 633 CONS PKP office at Fort Eustis, VA, has issued a Sources Sought notice for the full repair and restoration of a John Deere 544H Loader. This effort supports the 733d Civil Engineer Squadron's refuse and recycling yard operations. The government is seeking qualified contractors to provide all necessary labor, tools, equipment, transportation, and OEM or OEM-equivalent parts. Responses are due by May 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for returning the John Deere 544H Loader to a safe, fully functional, and OEM-compliant operating condition. Key repair tasks include:
- Replacement of major assemblies, hydraulic components, bushings, pins, seals, and associated hardware.
- Line boring, cylinder resealing, and structural component replacement.
- Removal and installation of the bucket and boom frame.
- Line boring of top frame holes.
- Replacement of Z-bar bushings and bucket link.
- Resealing of the bucket cylinder.
- Replacement of the broken boom cylinder. All work must meet OEM specifications and pass government inspection.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Period of Performance: 30 days after receipt of all materials.
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT.
- Published: May 4, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Place of Performance: Fort Eustis, VA 23604.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
As detailed in the Statement of Requirement (SOR):
- Parts Procurement: All required parts must be delivered and verified as OEM/OEM-equivalent with 100% accuracy.
- Repairs: All repairs must meet OEM specifications and restore full functionality with zero defects.
- Schedule Compliance: All work must be completed within 30 days after receipt of materials (100% on-time completion).
- Deliverables: Include procured parts, completed repairs, and a documentation package (repair completion report, operational test results, warranty information).
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for planning purposes. An attached "Parts Breakdown.xlsx" provides a detailed list of specific components and quantities required, which is crucial for bidders to estimate material costs and plan procurement. Contractors must provide estimated delivery dates within 5 business days of contract award and weekly status updates. Contact Wendy MacDonald (wendy.macdonald@us.af.mil) or Gerell Johnson (gerell.johnson@us.af.mil) for inquiries.