Excavator lease
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 McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (MCAAP), under the Department of the Army, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for a 12-month lease of an excavator. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks a Komatsu PC360LC-11 Hydraulic Excavator or equivalent with specific attachments. Quotes are due by February 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central Daylight Savings time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the lease of one excavator, specifically a Komatsu PC360LC-11 Hydraulic Excavator or equivalent, for a 12-month period. The equipment must include a hammer, thumb attachment, and a 36-inch bucket. Key specifications include:
- Engine: 257 HP Net / 271 HP Gross, Diesel, Aftercooled, Turbocharged.
- Dimensions: Max Digging Depth - 23’ 11”, Max Digging Height – 33’ 6”, Max Digging Reach – 36’ 5”.
- Operating Weight: 80,320 lbs.
- Location: McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, OK 74501.
Maintenance responsibilities include MCAAP performing lubrication and regular services, while the vendor is responsible for addressing machine breakdowns via replacement or repair. Delivery and pickup will occur at MCAAP, requiring personnel with no felony records and valid driver's licenses.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (RFQ).
- Period of Performance: 12 months.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: W038 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Construction, Mining, Excavating, And Highway Maintenance Equipment).
- Submission Due Date: February 18, 2026, by 12:00 PM CDT.
- Published Date: February 11, 2026.
- Quote Validity: Minimum of 30 calendar days from the offer due date.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Responsible Offeror whose quote conforms to the solicitation. The government intends to evaluate and award based on initial proposals without discussions. Technical and past performance are explicitly stated as NONE for evaluation criteria.
Submission Requirements
- Method: Email quotes to Angela Rouse at angela.m.rouse3.civ@army.mil.
- Email Subject Line: "Quote for (W44W9M0096114524) – COMPANY NAME".
- Required Documents: Signed and filled-in solicitation, Attachment 0001 (Purchase Description), and Attachment 0002 (Pricing Sheet). Salient characteristics MUST BE MET and submitted with detail.
- Registration: Offerors must be SAM registered and active.
- Questions: Must be submitted via email to angela.m.rouse3.civ@army.mil no later than 72 hours prior to the solicitation close date/time.
Key Documents
- Attachment 0001 -- Purchase Description: Details the specific technical requirements and operational terms for the excavator lease.
- Attachment 0002 -- Pricing.xlsx: The required format for submitting pricing, including specific equipment details and contractor information.
- Attachment 0003 -- Provisions-Clauses.pdf: Outlines the contractual framework, evaluation methodology, and operational requirements, including payment instructions via WAWF.