Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Maintenance and Repair Services- Barksdale AFB (LA), For Leavenworth (KS), Fort Polk (LA) and Fort Riley (KS)
Overview
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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 potential sources for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Maintenance and Repair Services. These services are required for DeCA commissary locations at Barksdale Air Force Base (LA), Fort Leavenworth (KS), Fort Polk (LA), and Fort Riley (KS). Responses are due by January 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Scope of Work
The scope includes both Preventive Maintenance (PM), structured as Firm-Fixed-Price, and unscheduled repair services (UM), structured as Time and Materials. Services cover various MHE types, including electric pallet jacks, forklifts (electric, propane, gasoline), and battery chargers, as detailed in the attached equipment lists. The Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) specifies PM intervals every three months. For unscheduled repairs, estimates must be provided within 16 working hours, and repairs completed within 7 working days of approval. Contractor personnel must be certified by Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 811310 (Small Business Size Standard: $12.5 million)
- Set-Aside: Market research is being conducted to determine the feasibility of a small business set-aside.
- Response Due: January 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 9, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is issued solely for market research purposes to assess vendor interest, identify capable sources, and determine the feasibility of a small business set-aside.
Additional Notes
This Sources Sought notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Small businesses and other interested vendors, particularly those in local and surrounding areas, are strongly encouraged to respond. Supporting documentation, including equipment lists and a Draft PWS, are provided as attachments.