Clamp Forklift
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Original Source
Timeline
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
This is a presolicitation notice for the upcoming procurement of one electric 3-wheeler clamp forklift for overseas use at Vogelweh, Germany. The government intends to evaluate commercial items based on the most advantageous offer. No set-aside will be used due to the overseas location.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an electric 3-wheeler forklift with a lifting capacity of 1200-1600 kg, a 500 mm load center, and a duplex mast with a minimum 3300 mm rated lift height. Key features include specific dimensions (max. 2200 mm collapsed height, max. 2750 mm length with attachments, max. 1100 mm width, max. 1450 mm turning radius), a low-maintenance 24V/36V/48V battery (min. 600 Ah), and joystick controls. Additional features include high-visibility mast, curve speed control, overhead guard, super elastic tires, suspension seat, LED work lights (2 front, 1 rear), amber LED strobe, rear blue point LED, and panoramic mirrors.
The forklift must include a hydraulic appliance clamp with side shift for white goods, rubber coated (Kaup 1T413G or similar), with a minimum lifting capacity of 500 kg and an adjustment range of 500-1650 mm. One charger and operating instructions in English and German are also required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Place of Performance: Vogelweh, Germany
- Set-Aside: None (due to overseas location)
- PSC Code: 3920 (Materials Handling Equipment, Nonself Propelled)
- NAICS Code: 333924
- Presolicitation Response Date: May 2, 2026
- Published Date: May 1, 2026
- Note: No contract type, period of performance, or estimated value is stated. The solicitation has not yet been issued.
Submission & Evaluation
Responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid, or proposal once the solicitation is issued. Evaluation will be based on RFO 52.212-2, considering the most advantageous offer to the government. Interested offerors are encouraged to provide a technical sheet and/or photos of the item they intend to quote.
Contact Information
- Primary: Anthony Graffeo (anthony.graffeo.1@us.af.mil, 3144898080)
- Secondary: Fabiana Benkel (fabiana.benkel.de@us.af.mil)