MHE Forklift
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 Department of the Army, MICC-FT BLISS, is soliciting proposals for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Forklift services at Fort Bliss, TX. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the provision of various rough terrain forklifts to support missions and taskings. Offers are due March 09, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quote (RFQ) seeks a contractor to provide a total of six (6) forklifts:
- Four (4) 10K Rough Terrain Forklifts
- One (1) 20K Rough Terrain Forklift
- One (1) 30K Rough Terrain Forklift
All forklifts must be delivered fully functional with original equipment parts, capable of operating in rough terrain, and equipped with forks suitable for standard 20ft cargo containers. The contractor will be responsible for all personnel, equipment, supplies, and supervision necessary for operations. The Government reserves the right to vary quantities by +/- 30% and may make multiple awards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: March 18, 2026, to June 29, 2026
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Equipment Rental and Leasing)
- Size Standard: $40,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: March 09, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST
- Submission Method: Email only to tyler.d.hoyt.mil@army.mil and franklin.godinez2.civ@army.mil
- Quote Validity: Minimum of 60 calendar days
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Ability and Lowest Evaluated Price. Offers must be technically acceptable to be considered for further evaluation, with award made to the most advantageous offeror.
- Questions Due: March 04, 2026, at 02:00 PM MST, submitted via SAM.gov.
Key Requirements & Performance Standards
- Forklifts must meet specified weight capacities (10K, 20K, 30K lbs) and have automatic transmissions.
- Delivery is required no later than 0930 MST on March 18, 2026, to Fort Bliss, TX.
- Contractor must provide documentation including weight capacity, model, serial number, and certifications.
- Equipment must be in safe operational condition, complying with all Federal, National, and State Safety Regulations.
- Replacement or repair of unsuitable equipment must be completed within 24 hours, with 24-hour emergency service availability.
- A Quality Control Plan (QCP) must be developed and implemented within 30 days of award.
- Contractor employees require specific training (AT Level I, OPSEC, IA/IT, TARP) and compliance with security procedures for installation access.
- Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.