VERTICAL TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, & INSPECTION SERVICES
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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 is soliciting proposals for Vertical Transportation Equipment (VTE) Maintenance, Repair, and Inspection Services (Solicitation FA820126Q00190001) at Hill Air Force Base and Little Mountain, UT. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm Fixed-Price contract. The scope includes comprehensive services for 78 VTE units. Proposals are due June 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires comprehensive maintenance, repair, and inspection services for Vertical Transportation Equipment (VTE), including freight and passenger elevators, escalators, wheelchair/stair lifts, and dock levelers. Services encompass scheduled inspections, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs, ensuring continuous and safe operation. The contractor will provide all necessary management, tools, supplies, equipment, parts, and labor. An amendment increased the total number of VTE units to be serviced from 75 to 78. All work must comply with industry standards such as ASME A17.1-2007, NFPA, UFC 3-600-01, and OSHA. Excluded services include alterations, cosmetic repairs, and damage from vandalism or acts of God. Performance metrics include 95% VTE availability and on-time response for routine and emergency calls.
Contract Details
This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a Firm Fixed-Price contract. The anticipated contract structure includes a 3-year base period, two 12-month option periods, and a 6-month option IDIQ. The anticipated contract start date is November 12, 2026. The previous base year contract value was $123,424.
Set-Aside
This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 811310 (Size Standard: $12.5M annual receipts) and PSC J039.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical acceptability factors include:
- Licensure and Certification: Possession of a Utah Elevator License and specific competency training certificates.
- Local Presence: Established operations within 75 miles of Hill Air Force Base.
- Base Access: Ability to obtain Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) cards and Restricted Area Badges (RAB) for flightline access.
- Equipment Certification: Capability to work on various manufacturers' equipment, including up to 10,000 lb. cargo lifts, personnel elevators, and wheelchair lifts.
Key Dates
- Proposals Due: June 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT.
- Final Day for Email Inquiries: June 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT.
- A mandatory site visit was held on May 20, 2026.
Additional Notes
The incumbent contractor is Mdm Mac Enterprises Inc. (Contract FA820123C0008). A Wage Determination (No. 2015-5483, Rev. 28) applies, outlining minimum wage rates, fringe benefits ($5.55/hr H&W), paid sick leave (EO 13706), and other labor requirements for Davis, Morgan, and Weber counties in Utah. Offerors must submit an annual Maintenance Control Program (MCP) and a Safety and Health Plan post-award.