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Heavy Haul Tractor & Certified Operator (135K lbs / Class 1 Explosives) – Vandenberg Space Force Base

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FA4610SS001Federal

Submission Closed07/17/2026, 03:00:00 PM PDT

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The 30th Contracting Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base is conducting a sources sought effort to identify small businesses capable of providing a specialized semi-truck tractor and a certified driver to support the emplacement of rocket motors for the Trinity Mission. This is strictly a market research initiative and not a solicitation for award; no obligation is created for the government to issue a contract or compensate respondents. The operation requires hauling a combined load of approximately 135,000 pounds, including live Class 1 explosives, using a tractor with a kingpin-to-frame dimension not exceeding 6 feet 6 inches and an adjustable fifth wheel. The driver must hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a HAZMAT endorsement and demonstrate proven experience in safely transporting oversized, high-consequence hazardous materials. The tractor will couple with a government-owned Strongback trailer, weighing about 50,000 pounds empty, and the operator must be proficient in precise backing maneuvers, including alignment with rail sets and executing a motor roll. The anticipated performance period runs from August 19, 2026, to August 18, 2027, but active support is limited to a single mandatory dry-fit check, required no later than two weeks before the live mission window, and the actual mission dates of September 2–4, 2026. Respondents must submit a capability statement including company details such as name, CAGE code, UEI, point of contact, and small business status under NAICS code 532411, along with a narrative confirming technical compliance with weight, dimensional, licensing, and operational requirements. While optional, a rough order of magnitude estimate is strongly encouraged to assist with budget planning. Responses are due by July 17, 2026, and the effort is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside authority.

General Info

Small business sought for specialized truck and certified driver to transport live rocket motors at Vandenberg SFB in September 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA4610 30 Cons Pk

NAICS

532411 - Commercial Air, Rail, and Water Transportation Equipment Rental and Leasing

Place of Performance

Lom, CA, 93437, USA

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PhaseClosed

PostedJul 14

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJul 17

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Submission Closed

07/17/2026, 03:00:00 PM PDT

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4610 30 Cons Pk

Contacts2 people available

OfficeVANDENBERG SFB, CA, 93437-5212, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA4610 30 Cons Pk

Office AddressVANDENBERG SFB, CA, 93437-5212, USA

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Full Description

1.0 DISCLAIMER
This is a Sources Sought Synopsis / Request for Information (RFI) only. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or an Invitation for Bid (IFB). This notice is issued solely for market research and planning purposes to determine the availability and technical capability of small businesses (and other corporate entities) to provide the required services. Providing this information is strictly voluntary and at no cost to the Government. The Government will not pay for any information provided in response to this notice. This inquiry does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract.

2.0 BACKGROUND
The 30th Contracting Squadron (30 CONS) at Vandenberg Space Force Base (SFB), California, is seeking potential Small Buisness sources capable of providing a specialized semi-truck tractor and a certified driver/operator to support the emplacement of rocket motors for the Trinity Mission. This is a mission-critical operation requiring highly specific equipment configurations and a high level of driver expertise to maneuver hazardous materials.

3.0 CORE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
To be considered capable of meeting this requirement, the vendor must be able to provide the following equipment and personnel capabilities:

Location: Operations will be conducted at Vandenberg SFB, CA.
Haul Capacity & Payload: The tractor and operator must be certified to haul a combined total weight of approximately 135,000 lbs, which will include live explosives (Class 1).
Operator Certification: The vendor must provide a driver possessing a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a HAZMAT endorsement. The driver must have documented experience in handling oversized, high-consequence hazardous cargo.
Tractor Specifications: The semi-truck tractor must be equipped with an adjustable fifth (5th) wheel plate. To ensure maneuverability and clearance on the launch pad, the distance from the center of the tractor's kingpin to the farthest point of the truck frame cannot exceed 6 feet, 6 inches (6' 6").
Government-Furnished Equipment: The vendor's tractor will couple with and haul a government-owned "Strongback" trailer. This specialized trailer is used for rocket motor emplacement and has an empty weight of approximately 50,000 lbs.
Required Maneuvers: The operator must be proficient in precise backing and alignment maneuvers with the Strongback trailer, specifically including backing to rail sets and facilitating a "motor roll."

4.0 ANTICIPATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (PoP)
To accommodate the dynamic nature of space launch schedules, the anticipated contract will feature a 12-month PoP (August 19, 2026 – August 18, 2027). However, active operational days are limited:

Mandatory Dry-Fit Check & Maneuver Test: One (1) day, to be successfully completed no later than two (2) weeks prior to the start of the live mission operational window. During this check, the driver will be required to physically perform the precise backing and alignment maneuvers with the Strongback trailer to ensure full compatibility.
Live Mission Support: Currently scheduled for September 2–4, 2026.

5.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested parties who consider themselves qualified to perform the above-listed services are invited to submit a Capability Statement. Your response should include the following:

Company Profile: Company Name, CAGE Code, Unique Entity ID (UEI), Point of Contact, Phone Number, Email Address, and business size/socioeconomic status under the applicable NAICS code.
Capability Narrative: A clear statement confirming your company's ability to meet the strict technical requirements, specifically:
- Ability to haul the 135,000 lb Class 1 Explosives load.
- Confirmation of the tractor dimension constraint (kingpin to frame max 6' 6").
- Availability of a Class A CDL operator with a HAZMAT endorsement.
Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM): (Optional but highly encouraged) A preliminary estimate/quote for the services outlined to assist the Government with budget planning.