Sources Sought for United States Air Force Band Truck Lease

This is a sources sought synopsis in support of a market survey being conducted by the 11th Contracting Squadron, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762 in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 10, Market Research, to determine interest and capabilities of potential sources for one (1) standard cab, 24ft 5-ton truck. This synopsis is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, a synopsis of a solicitation, a commitment on the part of the Government to later publish a solicitation, or ultimately award a contract. The Government will not reimburse the costs of preparing or submitting a response to this synopsis. The intent of this notice is to identify potential offerors for one (1) standard cab, 24ft 5-ton truck. Interested sources capable of providing this requirement must respond by e-mail to ronald.a.callender2.civ@mail.mil, referencing synopsis number F1D0245288AW01, no later than Monday, December 14, 2015 at 12:00PM EST. Interested sources shall indicate whether they are capable of providing the subject requirement, how long after issuance of a purchase order would it take to complete the requirement, and furthermore indicate their size and status (i.e., small business, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB, etc.). No other information is required at this time. Based upon the responses received, the Government will determine the set-aside method for the procurement. An award will not be made on offers received in response to this notice. This source sought synopsis is not a Request for Quote (RFQ); it is a market research tool being utilized to determine the availability of sources. These are the requirements that this truck rental MUST have: 1) The contractor shall install a rail lift loading ramp with a minimum 4,000 lbs capacity located outside the cargo box which folds up and covers a portion of the rear roll-up cargo box door. 2) Interior height of 98" (94" when roll-up door is in 'up' position). Interior deminsions must be at a minimum 98" wide and at least 24' long, 20K air ride suspension with cab release valve, air conditioning, intermediate air suspension seats, ether start, fire extinguisher/flare kit, back-up alarm, roll-up rear cargo box door, horizontal E-tracking recessed on both sides of cargo box at heights of 18", 36" and 60" on center, interior cargo box work lights, lockable 36" side cargo door that opens outward, rail lift with minimum 4000lbs capacity located outside of cargo box that folds up and covers a portion of the rear roll-up cargo box door, under-cargo box portable ramp storage brackets that accommodate a 16' split aluminum ramp (for use w/ side door if rail lift fails). Exterior color shall be neutral, i.e., white. Model type, engine size, transmission, battery and suspension shall be as specified in the table below. Note; the awarded contract will identify the specific model offered and accepted by the Government. 3) This vehicle must be manufactured in accordance with all State of Maryland, the United States Department of Transportation, Interstate Commerce Commission Regulations and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. 4) The truck lease period will be for one (1) year with two (2) year option period. 5) Delivery of the vehicle in good condition (2012 or newer) with no major damage and No Later Than (NLT) thirty (30) calendar days after contract award. 6) Delivery will be to the customer on location at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (address will be specified upon award).