Maintenance, Repair, and Inspection of Hoists in the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC)
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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 is soliciting proposals for Hoist Maintenance, Repair, and Inspection Services within the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC), Germany. This combined synopsis/solicitation (FA5613-25-Q-0016) seeks a contractor to ensure the continuous and safe operation of real property hoists at Ramstein Air Base and Kaiserslautern-Kapaun Air Station. Proposals are due August 22, 2025, at 14:00 hrs CEST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive maintenance, repair, and inspection services for hoists, including preventive maintenance, safety inspections, routine and emergency repairs, and "over and above" services. This includes all management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor. Services must comply with German and U.S. standards, manufacturer specifications, and AFI 32-1001. Key performance standards include adherence to maintenance schedules (max 2 defects/month), hoist service availability (max 2 defects/month), and rapid response times for routine (3 hours) and emergency (2 hours) repairs. All communication and reporting must be in English, with the contractor responsible for German translations.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: A base period from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2026, followed by four one-year option periods, extending through October 31, 2030.
- Set-Aside: None (This is not a set-aside; the Small Business Act does not apply).
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance).
- Place of Performance: Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC), Germany.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: August 22, 2025, 14:00 hrs CEST.
- Questions Due: August 5, 2025, 09:00 hrs CEST (already passed).
- Submission Method: Email to the specified points of contact.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Technical Capability (Acceptable/Unacceptable): Requires a minimum of one year continuous past experience servicing at least 30 hoists within the last three years, hoist/crane competency certifications, German Chamber of Commerce membership, and a Quality Control Plan.
- Price: Evaluated based on the total price of all Contract Line Items (CLINs), including options.
- Offer Validity: Prices must be held firm for 180 calendar days.
Special Requirements & Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and comply with DFARS 252.204-7020 (NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements) and 252.204-7021 (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Requirements). Contractor personnel must be proficient in both English and German, and knowledgeable in German Safety and Accident Prevention Regulations (DGUV). A site visit was conducted on July 31, 2025. Quotations must be in English and Euro currency. The government will not provide equipment or tools, and waiting time for restricted areas or cancellation costs will not be reimbursed separately.