NNSY Forklift Production Support
Overview
Buyer
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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 Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), under the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for Forklift Production Support Services. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), single-award contract set aside for Total Small Businesses. The requirement is for touch labor support from qualified forklift and aerial lift operators, along with management personnel. Proposals are due March 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide qualified personnel for forklift and forklift/aerial lift operations at NNSY, Portsmouth, Virginia, and NSN, Norfolk, VA. Key roles include Forklift Operators (certified up to 36,000 lbs), Forklift/Aerial Lift Operators (certified up to 36,000 lbs and for 120 ft Articulating Boom Lifts), Program Managers, Project Managers, and Shift Supervisors. Tasks involve lashing downloads, acting as forklift spotters, and general labor support. The total estimated level of effort is 99,025 manhours.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Single Award Contract.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Shipbuilding and Repair Facilities), Size Standard: 1300 employees.
- Period of Performance: June 16, 2026, to June 15, 2027.
- Security: All contractor personnel require a minimum Secret/Yellow Badge security clearance.
- Training: Mandatory training includes Hazard Communication, Respirator use, Asbestos, Lead, Chromium (VI), Fall Protection, NAVSEA Standard Item 009-74, Fire and Tank Watch, and Shipyard Mandatory Annual Training.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: March 4, 2026, 11:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Offers must be submitted via email as a single Adobe Acrobat .pdf attachment to Jordan Moore (jordan.e.moore.civ@us.navy.mil) with a copy to Denise Swain (denise.j.swain.civ@us.navy.mil).
- Offer Validity: Quotes must remain valid for 120 days.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the responsible offeror with an acceptable rating in technical and past performance, providing the lowest evaluated price (best value). Evaluation factors include Technical Capability (Management Plan, Staffing Plan), Past Performance (1-3 relevant references from the last five years), and Price.
- Questions: The deadline for questions was February 4, 2026.
Special Requirements
Offerors must submit resumes for Key Personnel (Program Manager, Project Manager, Supervisor), with a minimum of one supervisor resume required with the proposal. Contractor Manpower Reporting via SAM.gov is mandatory. The contractor must also submit an Operations Security (OPSEC) plan prior to contract award and ensure all personnel comply with its measures. CMMC Level 2 compliance is not required.