Vertical Lift Module
Overview
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PSC
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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 Department of the Army, specifically the W6QK ACC-APG CONT CT TYAD OFC, is soliciting proposals for a Vertical Lift Module (VLM). This opportunity involves the furnish, delivery, installation, and operator training of the VLM at Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD), PA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with proposals due by June 25, 2026, at 7:03 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one Vertical Lift Module (VLM), an automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) designed for high-density storage of small to medium-sized items. The VLM aims to enhance operational efficiency, workplace safety, and inventory management by improving accuracy, timeliness, and security of materiel storage and distribution at TYAD.
Key performance standards include:
- Storage Capacity: Up to 200,000 small objects.
- Performance: Minimum Total Unit Load of 150,000 lbs, Minimum Unit Capacity (minus Dead Weight) of 140,000 lbs, Payload of 40,000 lbs, Gross Load of 50,000 lbs.
- Speed: Minimum Vertical Lifting Speed of 120 ft./min, Minimum Horizontal Extractor Speed of 20 in./sec.
- Physical Characteristics: Not to exceed 15.14' wide x 10.3' deep x 28' height.
- Brand Name or Equal: Kardex Shuttle XP Vertical Lift, Model HD-500 or equivalent.
- Deliverables: Includes a two (2) year product warranty (full parts and labor) and operator training provided at Tobyhanna, PA, during installation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Solicitation.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: June 25, 2026, 7:03 PM EST.
- Published: June 16, 2026.
- Project Completion: 16 weeks after receipt of order, including delivery, training, and installation.
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Tobyhanna Army Depot, 11 Hap Arnold Blvd., Tobyhanna PA 18466.
Submission Requirements
- Offers must be F.O.B. Destination; partial offers are not considered.
- Complete SF1449 (blocks 12, 17a, 19-24, 30a-c), signed by an authorized official, and include lead time for delivery.
- Include Cage Code and Unique Entity ID (UEID) in the email subject line.
- Electronic proposals only, submitted via email to jeremy.m.gragilla.civ@army.mil. Emails must not exceed 9MB and should be marked sequentially if multiple are sent. Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt.
- Active SAM.gov registration is required for award.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made in accordance with FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items.
Key Logistics & Special Requirements
- Questions Deadline: Questions must be submitted in writing via email to jeremy.m.gragilla.civ@army.mil by 3:30 PM (EST), three calendar days prior to the closing date. Answers will be posted on SAM.gov.
- Payment Terms: NET 30 Days via Combination (COMBO) Invoice & Receiving Report submitted through WAWF (PIIE.eb.mil).
- Delivery Procedures: Mandatory Carrier Appointment System (CAS) for most deliveries to Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD). CAS registration takes approximately 2-3 weeks. UPS and FedEx Small Parcel carriers are exempt. Specific vehicle entry points and required driver documentation are detailed.
- On-site Security: Extensive security requirements for on-site personnel, including background checks, AT Level I, iWATCH, and OPSEC training.
- Environmental & Safety: Compliance with numerous environmental regulations (e.g., Air Pollution Control, Hazardous Materials, Waste Disposal, Water Quality, ISO 14001).