Material Handling Equipment Maintenance Group 12

SOL #: HQC00426QE019Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Commissary Agency (Deca)
DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY
FORT LEE, VA, 23801-1800, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Worth, TX

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Materials Handling Equipment (J039)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Jan 27, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Feb 3, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 Commissary Agency (DeCA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified and capable sources for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Unscheduled Repair Services for Material Handling Equipment (MHE). These services are required for MHE at designated commissary groups and store locations within Group 12, encompassing Texas and New Mexico (Cannon AFB, Fort Bliss, Fort Sam Houston, Fort Worth, Holloman AFB, Kirtland AFB, and Sheppard AFB). Responses are due by February 3, 2026.

Purpose

This Sources Sought notice is for informational and planning purposes only, not a solicitation. The Government will use responses to determine appropriate acquisition strategies, including potential set-aside decisions, for future requirements.

Scope of Work

The requirement involves non-personal support services for MHE, including electric and propane/gasoline forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and electric order pickers/stock selectors. Services include scheduled PM (every three months) and on-demand UM. UM repairs require a response within 16 working hours and completion within 7 working days of approval. Contractor personnel must be ASE certified and comply with OSHA, DOD, and DeCA safety regulations.

Key Information for Respondents

Interested vendors should submit a capability package including:

  • Company name, address, CAGE Code, and UEI.
  • Business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance).
  • Any applicable GSA Schedule or contract vehicles.
  • A brief capability statement (not to exceed three pages) summarizing relevant experience with MHE preventive maintenance and repair services.
  • Geographic service coverage, indicating support for the listed Group 12 locations.
  • Comments, concerns, or recommendations regarding the draft requirements. Vendors located within or near the designated service areas are especially encouraged to respond.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought (for future Firm Fixed Price for PM and Time & Material for UM contract)
  • NAICS: 811310
  • Response Due: February 3, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
  • Published: January 27, 2026

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