409th CSB TCC - Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Maintenance & Repair Services
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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, 409th CSB TCC, is soliciting proposals for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Maintenance & Repair Services for DLA Distribution Europe at Germersheim Army Depot, Germany. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services. An amendment is forthcoming to address questions and extend the current April 2, 2026, closing date. This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for non-personal services providing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including battery service, for U.S. Government-owned MHE and Automated Material Handling Systems (AMHS). Services include furnishing all personnel, equipment, supplies, and tools, and must support a multi-shift schedule (24 hours per day, six days per week). Offerors must refer to the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for equipment density lists and detailed requirements.
Contract Details
This will be a Time and Materials (T&M) / Labor Hour (LH) Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)-Hybrid contract. The period of performance includes a base year with two (02) optional ordering years, plus a one-month phase-in and a six-month option to extend services, not exceeding 36 months total. Pricing is structured with FFP for preventive maintenance, Labor Hours for unscheduled maintenance, and T&M for repair parts (with Government plug estimates). The place of performance is DLA Distribution Europe, Germersheim, Germany.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit proposals via email to the listed points of contact. A System for Award Management (SAM.gov) registration is mandatory and must be current. Evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Best Value Source Selection Approach, considering Technical Capability, Supplier Performance Risk, and Price. Offerors must achieve an "Acceptable" rating in all non-price factors. Past performance will be used for responsibility determination. Required submissions include a filled SF 1449, signed amendments, pricing, technical capability, and an Experience Questionnaire demonstrating relevant contracts (last 7 years, min 12 months, min $400k annually), including details on technician certification (e.g., Still brand), spare parts, and quality checks.
Important Dates & Amendments
The solicitation was issued as of March 4, 2026. A site visit was scheduled for March 11, 2026, with questions due by March 13, 2026. However, an amendment notice published March 27, 2026, states that all submitted questions are under legal review. An upcoming amendment will include Q&A and officially extend the closing date, which is currently April 2, 2026. Further amendments are anticipated. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.
Eligibility & Special Requirements
This acquisition is not set-aside for small business concerns. Contractor personnel must include certified welders and comply with stringent security requirements (background checks, AT Level I, OPSEC Level I, iWATCH training). A Safety Plan and compliance with Host Nation safety laws, environmental regulations, and German work/residence permits are mandatory. All electrical/electronic equipment must comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU.