CAT AA AP600 Paver Front Forward Assist Installation

SOL #: FA462626CATPaverPre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA4626 341 CONS LGC

MALMSTROM AFB, MT, 59402-6863, United States

Place of Performance

Malmstrom AFB, MT

NAICS

Bolt (332722)

PSC

Motor Vehicle Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment (4910)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3cba4037ca3947808a8b7d32c347cc35/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 27, 2026

Last Updated

Apr 2, 2026

Response Deadline

Apr 15, 2026, 6:00 PM

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 (341 CONS LGC) has issued a presolicitation notice for the installation of a front forward assist for a CAT AA AP600 Paver currently in operation at Malmstrom Air Force Base, MT. This requirement is set aside for Total Small Business concerns and will result in a firm-fixed-price contract. All responsible sources are invited to submit quotations, bids, or proposals. Responses are due by April 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, labor, supervision, management, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, materials, transportation, shipping, and delivery to install the forward assist function. Specifically, this involves installing Caterpillar part number 433-7563 ASSIST GP-FRONT WHEEL ALL-WHEEL DRIVE to the CAT AA AP600 Paving Machine. All installed parts must be Caterpillar Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts, and the installation must be performed by a certified Caterpillar technician.

Contract & Timeline

Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Product Service Code: 4910 (Motor Vehicle Maintenance And Repair Shop Specialized Equipment)
Response Due: April 15, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
Published Date: April 2, 2026
Place of Performance: Malmstrom Air Force Base, MT, United States
Delivery Requirement: Equipment ready for use Not Later Than (NLT) August 1, 2026.

Special Requirements

Environmental Compliance: Contractors must adhere to federal, state, and local regulations for hazardous materials, including submitting Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for approval. Hazardous waste must be barcoded, tracked, and disposed of at an approved facility. The contractor is solely responsible for spill containment, notification, and cleanup.
Security & OPSEC: Compliance with all Air Force Installation requirements is mandatory, including carrying contractor photo identification, adhering to base security measures, and following Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements, which include a 100% shred requirement for government-related paper products using NSA-approved devices.