Vertical Storage Shuttle
Overview
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Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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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 is soliciting quotes for the procurement and installation of one (1) Vertical Storage Shuttle (Kardex Remstar XP Shuttle Model 500XP or equal) for the Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) in Pennsylvania. This requirement supports tool crib operations and includes the system, divider kits, design, freight, and installation. Quotes are due January 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Equipment: One (1) Vertical Lift System with 56 trays (3050 mm x 863.3 mm) and a maximum load of 475 kg per tray.
- Accessories: 60 CRC Metal Divider Kits (specifically 10 kits for 210 compartments, 25 kits for 60 compartments, and 25 kits for 40 compartments).
- Services: Design, freight, mechanical/electronic installation, testing, and training on unit operations.
- Maintenance: Two-year product warranty including scheduled maintenance every six months.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Response Due: January 23, 2026
- Estimated Delivery: April 30, 2026
- Place of Performance: Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, PA
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated based on three factors of equal importance:
- Delivery Time (Expected delivery in months)
- Price
- Quality/Reliability (Including documentation of expected annual maintenance costs)
Additional Notes
Recent clarifications confirm the correct unit height is 18 Feet 10.38 inches (5750 mm). The installation site is an industrial production facility (not a warehouse) on the first floor; while a receiving dock is available, it is not at the immediate installation location. Bidders must meet all "Salient Characteristics" defined in the attachments.