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Forklift and Warranty Agreement for the Albuquerque Area IHS/OEHE

Awarded

75H70726Q00041Federal

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

AI Contract Overview

The Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service, under the Department of Health and Human Services, has awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to procure a single forklift for delivery to its warehouse in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a required delivery date no later than 30 days after award. The contract, issued under solicitation number 75H70726Q00041, is set aside specifically for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEE) under NAICS code 333924, requiring offerors to self-certify as such and complete the IHS IEE Representation Form. The forklift must meet exact technical specifications including a 5,000 lb load capacity, LPG engine of at least 2.4L, solid cushion tires, power shift transmission, 83”/189” mast height, and 42” adjustable forks, and must comply with the Buy American Act. Alongside the unit, the contractor must provide operation and maintenance manuals in digital format, comprehensive training materials aligned with OSHA safety standards, and a warranty valid for service in Albuquerque. The contract includes a base year and up to four option years, with warranty coverage extendable annually, each option year requiring separate government approval. All items must be delivered FOB destination to 3101 Menaul Blvd NE, Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87107, where final inspection and acceptance occur jointly by the contractor and IHS personnel using a mandated checklist. Invoices must be submitted electronically via the Department of Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform, with no alternative methods permitted without written authorization. The award will follow a trade-off methodology, prioritizing technical acceptability—verified through compliance with performance, warranty, manual, and training requirements—before evaluating price and past performance. The Contracting Officer, Stephanie Begay, serves as the primary point of contact, with the Contracting Officer’s Representative to be designated upon award. The contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management and maintain active SAM registration throughout performance. No detailed pricing was provided in the solicitation, indicating that offerors must complete a fillable pricing table to propose costs for the forklift and each option-year warranty.

General Info

Firm-fixed-price contract for ISBEE to deliver one LPG forklift to Albuquerque by 30 days, with warranty, training, and SAM registration.

Agency

Department Of Health And Human Services → Albuquerque Area Indian Health Svc

Contract Value

NAICS

333924 - Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Albuquerque, NM, 87107, USA

Set-Aside

ISBEE

Awardee

BISON TRAIL DEVELOPMENT LLC

Award Issued Date

05/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Pricing Table for Solicitation 75H70726Q00041

1 page · pricing-table

High

Solicitation 75H70726Q00041 Forklift RFQ

13 pages · rfq

High

IHS Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form Jan 2022

1 page · representation-form

Low

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

PhaseAwarded

PostedFeb 25

Sources Sought

Type ChangedMar 10

Sources Sought → Combined Synopsis

AwardedMay 1

Contract was awarded

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → Albuquerque Area Indian Health Svc

Contacts1 person available

OfficeALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87110, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Health And Human Services → Albuquerque Area Indian Health Svc

Office AddressALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87110, USA

Contacts

Stephanie Begay

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

This Sources Sought Notice is being posted as outlined in FAR 15.201(c)(3) and is intended only as a request for information to determine if an “Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Service) or a “Total Small Business Set-Aside” can fulfill the requirements set forth below. This is not a solicitation and no reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice.

Pursuant to 48 CFR Part 326, Subpart 326.603-3 and IHM 5.5-6, Indian Health Service must use the negotiation authority of the Buy Indian Act, 25 U.S.C. 47, to give preference to Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE), when authorized and practicable.

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The Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service is conducting a market research survey, pursuant to FAR 10.001, to identify businesses capable of performing the services listed below:

1. NAICS Code: 333924- Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing

a. If a different NAICS code is suggested, please include the proposed NAICS code and rationale.

2. Description: The request is for one (1) forklift with an extended warranty, preventative maintenance and service repair agreement in Albuquerque, NM.

Provide IHS with a new forklift that meets the following requirements:

• Load Capacity: 5,000 lbs.

• Mast Height: three stage, 83”/189”

• Power Type: LPG

• Engine: Minimum 2.4L or equivalent industrial engine

• Lift Type: Hydraulic

• Safety Features:

o Back up alarm

o Seatbelt

o Lights

• Tire Type: Solid Cushion suitable for warehouse use.

• Transmission: power shift transmission

• Fork Length: 42”

• Adjustable Forks: Yes

• Full documentation of hours, maintenance history and condition.

2.2.2. Forklift Operation and Maintenance Manuals and Operation Training Materials.

As part of final delivery Contractor shall provide IHS with operational/maintenance manual(s) that are for the specific make/model of forklift. These items will be delivered in either a written or digital format that are accessible as either a pdf or Microsoft word document.

Any training materials relevant to the make and model of forklift that increase operational safety, preventative maintenance, OSHA standards, etc. available to the contractor are to be included in final delivery.

2.2.3. Warranty

The forklift shall include a warranty that shall include parts and labor and be valid at the Albuquerque, NM location. Warranty terms shall be clearly documented and provided upon delivery. All requested services performed under warranty shall be done either on site (see section 2.3 for address) in Albuquerque, NM, or locally at a service location in Albuquerque, NM

2.2.4. Buy American Act

Offeror must certify that the forklift meets Buy American Act.

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Responses to this notice should include the following:

1.) Company name and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) to confirm company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov, in accordance with FAR 4.1102(a).

2.) Company’s business size for the NAICS code listed above, including: Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone); Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE); Small Business; Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB); Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB); and/or Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB).

3.) Capability statement and/or product brochure and/or any applicable past performance information that demonstrates that the supplies, equipment, or services can be provided by your company.

Please submit all requested information to Stephanie Begay via e-mail: contact@example.gov by March 6, 2026 at 12:30 pm MST.

Automated responses or other responses that do not provide the requested information specified in this Sources Sought Notice will be noted as non-responsive and not considered in this Market Research.