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 quotes for Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) Forklift services at Fort Bliss, TX. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks the lease or rental of specific forklifts to support various missions. Quotes are due March 09, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of six (6) forklifts: four (4) 10K Rough Terrain Forklifts, one (1) 20K forklift, and one (1) 30K forklift. Services include delivery of fully functional equipment, operational support, and maintenance. Forklifts must meet specific performance standards, including weight capacity, automatic transmissions, rough/rugged terrain tires, and the ability to fit into standard 20ft cargo containers. The contractor is responsible for all personnel, equipment, supplies, and supervision. The Government reserves the right to vary quantities by +/- 30% and may make multiple awards.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: March 18, 2026, to June 29, 2026.
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Rental and Leasing of Construction Machinery and Equipment)
- Size Standard: $40,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Amendment Note: An amendment modified the quantity of days for CLINs 0001, 0002, and 0003, reducing them by 92, 23, and 23 days respectively.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: March 09, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to tyler.d.hoyt.mil@army.mil and franklin.godinez2.civ@army.mil.
- Quote Validity: Minimum of 60 calendar days.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Ability (demonstrating understanding of the PWS and meeting minimum requirements) and Price (lowest evaluated price among technically acceptable offers).
- Award: Will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. The Government may award without discussions.
- Mandatory: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and acknowledge all amendments.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: March 04, 2026, at 02:00 PM MST (via SAM.gov).
- Primary Contact: Tyler Hoyt, tyler.d.hoyt.mil@army.mil, 9137752143
- Secondary Contact: Franklin Godinez, franklin.godinez2.civ@army.mil