ELECTRIC TOWING TRACTOR
SOL #: FA5270-26-Q-A031Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA5270 18 CONS PK
APO, AP, 96368-5199, United States
Place of Performance
Kadena AB, JP-47, Japan
NAICS
Industrial Truck (333924)
PSC
Tractors, Wheeled (2420)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Jun 4, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Jun 17, 2026, 3:00 AM
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, specifically FA5270 18 CONS PK, is soliciting proposals for Electric Towing Tractors for Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. This requirement is for Brand Name or Equal items, with a focus on new equipment only. Proposals are due by 16:00 JST on June 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks Electric Towing Tractors with specific technical specifications, including:
- Towing Capacity: 8,000Kg
- Rated Drawbar Pull: 1960 N/(200kgf)
- Dimensions: Length 2,220mm, Width 1090mm, Height 1,570mm
- Motor: 7.8kW
- Battery: 48V 330 Ah/ 5HR The tractors will be used to tow baggage bin pallets for transient aircraft. The requirement includes Door to Door Delivery, with shipping costs to be included in the proposal. Only new items are accepted; refurbished equipment or parts will not be considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Implied fixed-price, based on "lowest priced item that are technically acceptable."
- Period of Performance: Delivery required by September 30, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: June 17, 2026, 16:00 JST.
- Published: June 4, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted to Takeshi Nakamura (takeshi.nakamura.1.jp@us.af.mil).
- Basis for Award: Award will be made on an "All Or None (AON)" basis to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. Partial fills will not be accepted.
- Proposal Requirements: Offerors must provide proposals for all Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). For "Brand Name or Equal" products, include the manufacturer's name, model number, and supporting literature/description.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for at least 90 days from the closing date.
- Required Information: Proposals must include estimated delivery date, payment terms, warranty, company name, address, Unique Entity ID (UEI), CAGE code, tax ID number, email, phone number, and point of contact.
Eligibility
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Takeshi Nakamura, takeshi.nakamura.1.jp@us.af.mil, 3156344695.
- Secondary Contact: Ava Sabado, ava.sabado.jp@us.af.mil, 3156345511.
People
Points of Contact
Takeshi NakamuraPRIMARY
Ava SabadoSECONDARY
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Solicitation
Posted: Jun 4, 2026