26FT Electric Scissor Lift Lease

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to potential vendor questions regarding the Scissor Lift Rental opportunity (N4523A25Q4015).

• Usage Location: Scissor lifts are required for both indoor and outdoor use.
• Contract Type: The opportunity is for a rent/lease of 6 months, not a purchase.
• Platform Dimensions: A platform height of 26 ft is specified. A platform width of 32 inches or smaller is acceptable. Alternative specifications for a 30-33 ft electric lift with a 32-inch width will also work.
• Liability for Damage: The government is liable for operator-caused damage.
• Repair Services: The contractor is responsible for repairs not resulting from government negligence. Repairs must be addressed within 8 hours of notification, with a replacement unit provided within two business days (Monday-Friday, 0700-1600) at no additional cost. There is no penalty for downtime beyond these remedies.
• Access Requirements: Contractor employees must comply with the Badging and Access Requirements Attachment for access to the government facility. Time will be allocated for badge submission and pickup at Naval Base Kitsap and the Controlled Industrial Area.

This document clarifies key requirements and operational details, potentially impacting how vendors prepare their proposals and understand the scope of work.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the leasing of one (1) electric scissor lift with a 26-foot platform height. The primary purpose is to supplement the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard's (PSNS) existing inventory of scissor lifts to meet operational demands.

• Lease of one (1) electric scissor lift with a 26-foot platform height.

• Minimum lift capacity of 500 lbs.

• Solid tires.

• Power electric operation.

• The scissor lift must have OEM installed lift points suitable for standard rigging gear.

• Contractor must provide maintenance and emergency repair services.

• Delivery and pick-up of the scissor lift.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 6-month ordering period.

• Delivery Schedule: From April 6, 2026, to August 10, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS size standard is USD 40,000,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: March 30, 2026, at 09:30 AM local time.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical capability, ability to meet the period of performance, price, and past performance. Technical and past performance are approximately equal to price.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must complete and return the "Corporate Experience Data Sheet" with their RFQ document.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Equipment Rental and Leasing).

• The Performance Work Statement (PWS) provides detailed specifications and requirements.

• Government will provide fuel/electricity and personnel/equipment for operations.

• Government will perform pre-operational and post-operational safety inspections.

• Contractor must comply with badging and access requirements for government facilities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Corporate Experience Data Sheet" that potential bidders must fill in and return. It is intended to collect information about the contractor's past performance and experience relevant to the opportunity.

• Contractor Name: To be filled in by the bidder.
• Contract Number: If the contractor has a previous government contract.
• Service Description: A description of the service provided under a past contract.
• Contract Period of Performance: The duration of the past contract.
• Customer Name: The name of the customer for the past contract.
• Customer POC: Contact information for a person who can verify the data.
• Place of Performance: Location where the work was performed.
• Brief Narrative of Work Completed: A detailed explanation of how the referenced contract relates to the SCISSOR LIFT (26’ platform height) requirement identified in the attached PWS.

Bidders must complete this form to demonstrate their corporate experience and its relevance to the specific requirements of the solicitation, particularly concerning scissor lifts. The narrative section is crucial for explaining how past work aligns with the PWS. This data sheet is essential for the government's evaluation of contractor experience.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a fill-in and return form for vendors to provide essential business and contact information. It is required for all vendors responding to the opportunity.

• Vendor Business Name: Including any "Doing Business As" (DBA).
• Vendor CAGE Code Number: Unique identifier for contractors.
• Vendor Unique Entity ID (UEID): Required for federal contracting.
• Vendor Phone Number: Primary contact number.
• Authorized Signer Name & Position: For official authorization.
• Authorized Signer Email: Contact for official authorization.
• Vendor POC Name & Position: Primary Point of Contact.
• POC Phone Number: Contact number for the POC.
• POC E-mail Address: Email for the POC.
• Vendor Business Size: Checkbox for Small or Large business.
• Product Specification Confirmation: A Yes/No question regarding whether the product offered matches the attached Ordering Data Sheets and Statement of Work. If 'No', an explanation for the alternative is required.

Completing this form accurately and thoroughly is a mandatory step for vendors wishing to participate in this opportunity. It collects critical information for vendor identification, business status, and confirmation of understanding and compliance with the solicitation's technical requirements. Failure to provide complete information may impact a vendor's ability to be considered.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure the lease of one (1) electric scissor lift with a 26ft platform height. The government is seeking to supplement its inventory of owned scissor lifts to meet operational demands at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) and Intermediate Maintenance Facility.

• Lease of one (1) electric scissor lift with a 26ft platform height.

• Minimum lift capacity of 500 lbs.

• Solid tires.

• Crane liftable capability.

• Services include leasing, transportation, inspection, maintenance, and emergency repair.

• Contractor must provide a maintenance-free battery and inspect/replace hoses and belts.

• Vehicles must be tested operationally and inspected upon delivery and pickup.

• Manufacturer's operation manual must be provided.

• Scheduled maintenance must be performed in accordance with manufacturer standards.

• Replacement vehicle must be provided within 24 hours for unscheduled repairs.

• Inoperative or unsafe vehicles must be replaced upon notification.

• Manufacturer's technical representative or ASME certified mechanic must respond on-site within 8 hours for repairs.

• Contractor must coordinate scheduled pickup of the vehicle at the end of the performance period.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: 6 April 2026 - 10 August 2026.

• Delivery Location: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, 1400 Farragut Ave, Bremerton WA 98314.

• NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing).

• Business Size Standard: $40 Million.

• Deadline for Quote Submission: Monday, March 30, 2026, 9:30 AM (Pacific Time).

• Quotes should be submitted via email to Melissa Ayers and Amanpreet Johal.

• All questions can be sent to the same email addresses.

• Offerors shall complete the line item pricing structure and may provide a company-formatted quote.

• The contract price includes all applicable Federal, state, and local taxes and duties.

• Evaluation criteria are outlined in FAR Provision 52.212-2 (Evaluation--Commercial Items (NOV 2021)).

• Offerors must meet all technical criteria to be considered technically acceptable for award.

• This acquisition is a set-aside for Small Business.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Corporate Experience Data Sheet must be filled in and returned with the RFQ document (See Exhibit A).