Electric Walk-Behind Forklift

SOL #: FA462526Q1022Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4625 509 CONS CC

WHITEMAN AFB, MO, 65305-5344, United States

Place of Performance

Whiteman Air Force Base, MO

NAICS

Industrial Truck (333924)

PSC

Warehouse Truck And Tractors, Self Propelled (3930)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f33f24001bb74e4ba489b033378b89c3/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 5, 2026

Last Updated

Mar 12, 2026

Submission Deadline

Mar 19, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman AFB has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the purchase of one Electric Walk-Behind Forklift. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The requirement is for a forklift with specific salient characteristics, similar to a TOYOTA MODEL 6BWR15, with a 3,000 lbs lifting capacity and 24V electric power. Quotes are due by March 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall deliver one electric walk-behind forklift that meets the detailed salient characteristics outlined in Attachment 1. Key specifications include:

Capacity: 3,000 lbs
Power System: 24-Volt electrical system
Mast: High-visibility, capable of lift heights up to 189 inches
Fork Length: 42 inches
Features: Programmable Drive System, ergonomic multifunction handle, designed for narrow aisles. Delivery is required within 120 days after receipt of the order to Whiteman AFB, MO 65305.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
NAICS Code: 333924 (Remediation Services) with a 900-employee size standard.
Product Service Code: 3930 (Warehouse Truck And Tractors, Self Propelled)
Place of Performance: Whiteman Air Force Base, MO 65305
Invoicing: Via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF)
Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 90 days.

Submission & Evaluation

Questions Due: March 12, 2026, by 2:00 PM CDT. Submit to both Molly Nussbaum (molly.nussbaum@us.af.mil) and Najee Holland (najee.holland@us.af.mil), including RFQ number and title in the subject.
Quote Submission Deadline: March 19, 2026, by 1:00 PM CDT.
Submission Method: Email quotes (max 4 pages) to both Najee Holland (najee.holland@us.af.mil) and Molly Nussbaum (molly.nussbaum@us.af.mil). File compression (.zip) is not accepted.
Required Quote Information: Company Name, POC, Phone, SAM UEI, CAGE Code, Quote Expiration Date, Number of Employees, Total Yearly Revenue, and Pricing Information.
Evaluation Factors: Best value, based on technical capabilities (Acceptable/Unacceptable) and price (determined reasonable and not unbalanced). The government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them.
Eligibility: Companies must be registered in SAM.gov.

Key Documents

Attach 1 - Salient Characteristics: Specifies technical requirements.
Attach 2 - Pricing Sheet: Provides a template for pricing proposals, including CLINs for the forklift, processing fee, and delivery.
Attach 3 - Provisions and Clauses: Outlines legal and regulatory requirements.
Attach 4 - Combo Solicitation: The main solicitation document.