VERTICAL TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, & INSPECTION SERVICES
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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 Air Force, AFSC OL H PZIO, is soliciting proposals for Vertical Transportation Equipment (VTE) Maintenance, Repair, & Inspection Services at Hill Air Force Base, UT, and Little Mountain. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity to ensure continuous and safe operation of VTE. Proposals are due June 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive VTE services, including all necessary management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor for scheduled inspections, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs. Equipment covered includes freight and passenger elevators, escalators, and potentially wheelchair/stair lifts and dock levelers. Services must comply with industry standards such as ASME A17.1-2007, ANSI/ASME A17.2-2010, NFPA, UFC 3-600-01, and OSHA. Excluded services include alterations, modernizations, cosmetic repairs, and damage from vandalism or acts of God. Performance standards require 95% VTE availability and on-time response for routine and emergency repairs.
Contract Details
This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under a Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 811310, Size Standard $12.5M). The contract will be Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with a 3-year base period, two 12-month option periods, and a 6-month option IDIQ. The anticipated contract start date is November 12, 2026. The Product Service Code is J039.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical evaluation factors include:
- Licensure and Certification: Possession of a Utah Elevator License and specific competency training.
- Local Presence: Established operations within 75 miles of Hill AFB.
- Base Access: Ability to obtain Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) cards and Restricted Area Badges (RAB).
- Equipment Certification: Capability to work on various VTE manufacturers, including up to 10,000 lb. cargo lifts, personnel elevators, and wheelchair lifts.
Key Dates & Site Visit
A mandatory site visit will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 9:00 AM MDT, assembling at the Hill Aerospace Museum.
- Site Visit Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 3:00 PM MDT. (Max two attendees per offeror; submit details to Stephanie Hatlem and Marina Callisto).
- Questions Deadline: Friday, May 22, 2026, 3:00 PM MDT.
- Proposal Due Date: June 18, 2026, 2:00 p.m. MDT.
Special Requirements & Notes
The contractor must develop an annual Maintenance Control Program (MCP) within 30 days of award, utilize a Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI), and provide a one-year warranty on installed parts and workmanship. Compliance with all safety, security, and environmental requirements, including a Safety and Health Plan, is mandatory. The Wage Determination (WD 2015-5483 Rev 28) for Utah counties applies, covering minimum wage rates, fringe benefits, paid sick leave (EO 13706), and holidays.