Annual Firetruck Maintenance for the Watervliet Arsenal
Overview
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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, W6QK ACC WVA, is soliciting proposals for Annual Firetruck Maintenance services for the Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY. This opportunity, initially noted as a sole source with Firematic, Shirley, NY, is unrestricted, and all responsible entities are encouraged to submit quotes. The contract is for preventative maintenance on Fire Fighting Apparatus (FFA) WV81, WV82, and WV85. Proposals are due April 22, 2026, at 04:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers annual preventative maintenance for specific Fire Fighting Apparatus (FFA) at the Watervliet Arsenal. Key services include:
- Chassis Service: Oil/filter changes, lubrication, and inspections.
- Automatic Transmission Service.
- Pump Service.
- Aerial Service: Cleaning, lubrication, visual inspection, and hydraulic fluid checks.
- Application of Carwell Rust Inhibitive Treatment or similar.
- An option for performing repairs beyond the scope of preventative maintenance is included.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Period of Performance:
- Base Year: May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027.
- Option Line Item 0002: May 1, 2027, to April 30, 2028.
- Option Line Item 0003: May 1, 2028, to April 30, 2029.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Issue Date: April 15, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: April 22, 2026, at 04:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Coby.R.Brickner.Civ@army.mil.
- Format: Bids/Proposals must be in electronic media, preferably Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Adobe PDF.
- Evaluation Factor: Past performance for quality and delivery will be a major consideration for future contract awards.
Additional Notes
Offerors must review delivery requirements and ensure on-time delivery, which is critical. Quality of products is equally important. Contractors must comply with OSHA requirements and Watervliet Arsenal's safety and health rules. Specific FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text.