OKARNG Requirement for 7k - 8k lb Truck Mounted Forklift

The Oklahoma Army National Guard is seeking a 7,000-8,000 pound truck-mounted forklift under a presolicitation notice designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, with NAICS code 423840. The equipment must be designed to mount securely to the rear of a flatbed trailer using a provided mount kit and must operate in rugged terrain conditions. Key technical requirements include a tilting mast, telescopic reach, hydraulic fork positioning controls, adjustable forks, stabilizing systems, automatic anti-stall functionality, and 360-degree operator visibility. The forklift must come with an accompanying warranty and/or maintenance plan to ensure long-term operational readiness. Delivery is required to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with the place of performance specified as ZIP code 73111. The solicitation, identified as PANNGB-26-P-0000-036975, was posted on June 10, 2026, with proposals due by June 15, 2026. Interested vendors must respond via email to the point of contact, Candace OBrian, and are expected to demonstrate capability to meet all specified performance and safety standards. No pricing details, evaluation factors, inspection criteria, or packaging requirements are documented in the current materials, suggesting the procurement is still in early stages and responses are being solicited to gauge market interest before finalizing a formal solicitation.