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The Department of Defense, through the 0409 Aq Hq Contract office, has issued a presolicitation synopsis for the future procurement of a commercial general-purpose excavator to support engineering, earthmoving, and base operations at Hohenfels, Bavaria. This announcement is strictly informational and non-binding, with no formal solicitation currently active or responses being accepted. The intended equipment must be new, manufactured from current series production, and delivered completely assembled with all attachments mounted and ready for immediate operation. Technical requirements include a Generation 6 hydraulic excavator with an operating weight between 17,500 and 19,600 kg, a minimum engine output of 115 kW under ISO 9249, and compliance with Stage V exhaust emissions standards. Key features mandated include a rear-view camera, Skyview 360° camera, LED headlights, automatic air conditioning, automatic digging brake, and a premium air-suspended operator seat with heating and ventilation. The machine must be equipped with specialized attachments including a branch and hedge trimmer AWS 22, Kinshofer grabs with System L-Lock KMS10/KHS10 adapter, and a hydraulic rotary motor KM10F275/180V-M20. Delivery must occur to USAG Bavaria Hohenfels DPW, O&M/Buildings and Grounds Branch, Camp Naihof, Building 59, and the contractor is responsible for ensuring all carrier vehicle connections are compatible without incurring additional costs for modifications. The equipment must be accompanied by CE and TÜV certifications, a Registration Certificate Part II, data confirmation for registration, and printed operating, parts, and maintenance manuals in both English and German, with two copies of each. A repair manual is also required. The contractor must provide one full day of on-site operation and maintenance training after delivery. The warranty must cover service, materials, and labor for 36 months or 3,000 operating hours, whichever comes first. This procurement falls under NAICS code 333120 and is categorized as a presolicitation; any future formal solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov, and vendors are advised to monitor that site for official notices.
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NAICS
Place of Performance
Hohenfels, DE-BY, DEUSet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
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1. Description of Requirement
The Department of War (DOW) is issuing this synopsis to announce its future intent to procure a commercial general-purpose excavator. The intended equipment will support engineering, earthmoving, and base operation tasks.
2. Important Disclaimer / Non-Binding Notice
THIS IS SYNOPSIS AND ANNOUNCEMNT ONLY. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION.
This notice is issued soley for informational and market planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), on Invitation for BID (IFB). This announcement is strictly non-binding.
The United States Government is not obligated to issue a formal solicitation, accept and proposals, or award a contract as a direct results of this synopsis. Furthermore, the Government will not reimburse any interested parties for any information, administrative cost, or efforts expended in response to or in review of this notice.
3. Further Actions
At this time, no response, quotes, or proposals are being accepted. If the Government determines that a formal solicitation is required to fulfill this need, the solicitation documents will be officially posted on SAM.gov under a separate notice. Interested vendors are advised to monitor SAM.gov for future updates regarding this potential procurement.
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