Forklifts
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 Department of the Army, Regional Contracting Office - Bavaria, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for the purchase of Forklifts for USAG Bavaria, Grafenwoehr and Ansbach, Germany. This requirement is for one 5-ton and two 3-ton rough terrain, all-wheel-drive forklifts. The solicitation is anticipated to be released within the next month under full and open competition.
Scope of Work
This acquisition covers the supply of three rough terrain forklifts:
- CLIN 0001 (Two Units): Rough terrain/off-road forklifts with 3000 kg lifting capacity, 4000 mm lifting height (Duplex mast) with an additional 6.5m capability, 4-wheel drive, Stage 3B engine (min 75 PS/hp/55 kW), oil-immersed multi-disc brakes, 3rd/4th hydraulic circuits, 1400 mm forks, 360-degree turning assembly fork positioner, and fork adjusting device.
- CLIN 0002 (One Unit): Rough terrain, all-wheel-drive forklift with 5000 kg capacity, 4000 mm lifting height, duplex mast, 4-wheel drive, Stage 3B diesel engine (min 75 PS/hp/55 kW), multi-disc brakes, 3rd/4th hydraulic circuits, 1400 mm non-standard forks, and a 360-degree rotating fork positioner.
Both types require full cabins with heating/air-suspended seats, StVZO compliant lighting, TUEV/CE documentation, on-site operator and maintenance training, and a 12-month manufacturer's warranty. Delivery is FOB Destination to USAG Ansbach (Katterbach Kaserne and Storck Barracks).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation (Anticipated RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: Within the next month (RFQ will be posted on SAM.gov).
- Questions Deadline (Pre-solicitation): June 8, 2026
- Published: May 26, 2026
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on low price technically acceptable evaluation factors.
Additional Notes
This is strictly a pre-solicitation notice. The actual solicitation, with all remaining attachments and detailed instructions, will be posted separately at a later date. The Government reserves the right to delay or cancel the solicitation. All questions regarding this pre-solicitation must be emailed to Evelyn Butter (evelyn.butter.ln@army.mil) and usarmy.rheinland-pfalz.409-contr-spt-bde.mbx.rco-bavaria-solicit@army.mil.