EQUIPMENT RENTAL- FORKLIFT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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
The U.S. Coast Guard, Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) is soliciting quotes for the rental of a 25-ton heavy-duty forklift for use at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore, MD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order anticipated. Quotes are due by March 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the rental of one (1) 25-ton (55K) Heavy Duty, Diesel-powered, Pneumatic tire forklift with an enclosed cabin, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The estimated performance period for the rental is from March 25, 2026, to September 25, 2026. All work must be completed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 2126406Y6133902001) leading to a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern.
- Published Date: March 9, 2026.
- Place of Performance: U.S. Coast Guard Yard, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore, MD 21226.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Best Value basis in accordance with FAR 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Evaluation criteria include meeting all technical requirements, adherence to deadlines, and price. Past performance will be reviewed solely for responsibility determination per FAR 9.1.
Submission & Payment Details
Quotes must be emailed to Erica.L.Gibbs@uscg.mil with "70Z04026Q60539Y00" in the subject line. Vendors must provide their entity name, UEI, address, POC, phone, and email. No down payments or advanced payments will be made; vendors must secure funding until delivery and acceptance. Payment will be made by Government Purchase Order (Net 30) via IPP (https://www.ipp.gov). Invoices must include specific details like the CG Purchase Order number and cage number.
Applicable Regulations
The solicitation incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including those related to telecommunications and video surveillance services (52.204-24, 52.204-26, 52.204-25), instructions to offerors (52.212-1), representations and certifications (52.212-3), and general contract terms (52.212-4, 52.212-5). A separate document, "SOLICITATION ATTACHMENT- FAR CLAUSES.pdf," provides a detailed list of these clauses, which are crucial for bidders to review for compliance.