IFB 60-5003 Japan Rolling Stock
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services HQ is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 60-5003 for the sale of Foreign Excess Personal Property (FEPP) vehicles, commonly referred to as "Japan Rolling Stock." This is a term sale for a 36-month base period with two 12-month option periods, located at Sagami, Japan. The property is sold "as-is, where-is." Bids are due by January 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Sale
This opportunity involves the sale of FEPP vehicles, including passenger motor vehicles, which have been determined to be "new," "usable," or "repairable" (not scrap). The government estimates approximately 600 line-items annually, guaranteeing a minimum of 200 Disposal Turn In Documents (DTIDs) and a maximum of 1200 DTIDs per year. A DTID may represent one item or a group of like items. Examples of property include Mazda minivans, EZ-GO golf carts, and Nissan vans.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Term Sale (IFB)
- Duration: 36-month base period (February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2029) with two 12-month option periods, for a total potential of 60 months.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Bid Structure: Bids will be a percentage of the Original Acquisition Value (OAV) for evaluation purposes. A list of items sold in 2024 with a total OAV of $6,356,559.04 is provided for historical context, but future quantities and types are not guaranteed.
- Award: A single award will be made to the responsible bidder with the highest priced responsive bid.
Submission & Evaluation
- Bid Deadline: January 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Bids must be submitted via email to dla.sales@dla.mil. (Note: The bid box address was corrected by amendment).
- Mandatory Inspection: Inspection of the property is mandatory and a prerequisite for bidding. Bidders must schedule appointments in advance and use the provided template for base access requests to Sagami Depot, U.S. Army Garrison Japan.
- Evaluation: Bids are evaluated based on the percentage of the OAV.
- Required Forms: Bidders must use Standard Form 114 ("Sale of Government Property- Bid and Award") and Standard Form 114A ("Item Bid Page - Sealed Bid") for submission.
Important Notes
Purchasers must comply with all applicable Host Nation, state, local laws, and DoD regulations. Prior to resale, purchasers must be familiar with U.S. export control regulations (e.g., 15 CFR Part 736, EAR) and check buyer lists (e.g., Department of Commerce proscribed party list). The property is sold "as-is, where-is" with no warranty, and no adjustments in price or rescission of sale will be considered. The DLA "SALE BY REFERENCE" pamphlet (SBR 2012) provides essential terms and conditions.
Contacts:
- Kris Smoker: kris.smoker@dla.mil
- Thomas Marcum: Thomas.marcum@dla.mil, 2699615146