Self-Dumping Hoppers

SOL #: SP4510-26-Q-1016Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA DISPOSITION SERVICES - EBS
BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49037-3092, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

PSC

Materials Handling Equipment, Nonself Propelled (3920)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 15, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 30, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 15, 2026, 5:00 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 Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is soliciting proposals for Self-Dumping Hoppers for various DLA DS locations in Europe. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, seeking new equipment only. Quotes are due by May 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard U.S. Time.

Scope of Work

This requirement is for the purchase and delivery of various self-dumping hoppers, including:

  • CLIN 0001: Twenty-two (22) 1-cubic yard hoppers without lids.
  • CLIN 0002: Ten (10) 2-cubic yard hoppers with Plastic/Composite Lids.
  • CLIN 0003: Sixteen (16) 4-cubic yard hoppers without lids.
  • CLIN 0004: Four (4) 4-cubic yard hoppers with Steel or Polymer Lids.

All hoppers must be forklift transportable, feature an easy dump release, 90-degree dumping angle, smooth pouring lip, locking and safety mechanisms, heavy-duty steel construction, drain holes with removable plugs, and a 6,000 LB capacity. Deliveries are required for DLA DS locations in Germany, Italy, and Turkey.

Contract Details

  • Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), one-time purchase.
  • Set-Aside: Full and Open.
  • NAICS: 332439 (600 employees size standard).
  • Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible contractor on the basis of the Lowest Evaluated Price Technically Acceptable (LEPTA).
  • Key Clauses: Includes FAR Part 12 and various FAR/DFARS clauses, notably 252.247-7023 for sea transportation and Trade Agreement Act (TAA) compliance for country of origin.

Submission Requirements

Offerors must submit quotes in U.S. Dollars, including detailed technical specifications for acceptability review, delivery lead-time, and the place of manufacture/country of origin (must be USA or TAA compliant). Quotes must be complete and received via email only to matthew.wonch@dla.mil by the deadline. Late, partial, or incomplete quotes will not be accepted. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.

Amendments

This solicitation has been amended twice. Amendment 1 (April 28, 2026) clarified delivery addresses, changed "watertight interior" to "drain holes with removable drain plugs," and updated CLIN 0002 and 0004 lids to "Plastic/Composite Lid." Amendment 2 (April 30, 2026) further modified CLIN 0004's lid requirement to "Lid – Steel or Polymer."

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Points of Contact

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