Heavy Equipment Rental
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Air Force, specifically FA4897 366 CONS PKP, is soliciting proposals for Heavy Equipment Rental services at Mountain Home AFB, ID. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Firm Fixed-Price contract, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The primary requirement is the rental of various heavy construction equipment. Offers are due by March 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local time (MST).
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, supervision, management, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, materials, transportation, and services necessary for the rental of heavy construction equipment. The required equipment includes, but is not limited to:
- Tracked Excavators (e.g., John Deere 245 or equivalent, 150-190 HP, 36" Bucket, 21ft digging depth)
- FX225 Hydraulic Hammer or equivalent
- HP135 II Compactors or equivalent (28"-32" wide)
- Trench Rollers (e.g., Wacker Neuson RTLX-SC3 or equivalent, remote controlled)
- Dozer (e.g., CAT D5 or equivalent)
- Motor Grader (e.g., CAT 140 or equivalent)
- Wheeled Loader (e.g., CAT 966 or equivalent)
- Forklift (e.g., CAT DP55N or equivalent)
- Backhoe (e.g., CAT 432 or equivalent)
- Single Drum Vibratory Roller (e.g., CAT CB8 or equivalent)
- Compact Track Loader (e.g., CAT 255 or equivalent)
- Trench Boxes (e.g., TRENCHTECH 88XLS 8’H x 14’L x 4’W)
- Water Trucks (4,000 gallon capacity with spray bars)
- Sheep's Foot Roller (e.g., CAT CP12 or equivalent)
All equipment must be diesel-fueled. The government estimates 960 total hours per month per equipment type, averaging 240 hours per month.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (anticipated)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 532412 - Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (Small Business Size Standard: $40.0 Million)
- Period of Performance: Equipment to be delivered by April 1, 2026, and available for rent/use between April 1, 2026, and August 1, 2026.
- Response Due: March 10, 2026, by 10:00 AM Local time (MST)
- Published Date: February 25, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit a signed copy of the Combined Synopsis/Request for Quote via email to calix.delgado@us.af.mil and lucas.gross.2@us.af.mil. All solicitation amendments must be acknowledged. Email submissions have a 10MB size limit, and .zip files are not accepted. The Government will award to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors, contingent upon a fair and reasonable price determination.
Special Requirements & Notes
- Field Service: Contractor is responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs, with a 48-hour response time for repairs and 24-hour replacement if repair is not possible.
- Fuel: Government will provide fuel.
- Environmental Controls: Compliance with hazardous material handling and waste disposal procedures.
- Security: Compliance with all security, OPSEC, antiterrorism, base access, and background check requirements.
- SAM Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Wage Determination: Solicitation includes Wage Determination (WD 2015-5513, Revision No. 27) outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for covered occupations under the Service Contract Act.