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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on July 20, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Walk Behind Forklift

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FA2543SM0001Federal

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The government is seeking an electric walk-behind forklift to support its hazardous materials management program at Buckley Air Force Base in Colorado, with strict technical requirements including a maximum lift height of at least 122 inches, a load capacity of 3,000 pounds when fully raised, adjustable forks compatible with industry-standard pallets, and electric power steering for enhanced maneuverability. The unit must have an electric motor, be capable of outdoor operation, feature ergonomic handles, and include only forks—no standing platform—while coming with a minimum one-year commercial warranty. Delivery must occur within 45 days of order placement during standard business hours Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays, and requires a liftgate and limited access delivery to the base, with the contractor ensuring compliance with on-site access restrictions. This solicitation, identified as FA2543SM0001 and posted on July 20, 2026, with a response deadline of July 28, 2026, is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 423830, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the SBA. The procurement is managed by the Department of Defense under the 460 Cons office, with primary point of contact Stephen Miller and secondary contact Matthew Kennedy, both from Space Force. All proposals must be submitted through the official SAM.gov portal, and performance is required at Buckley AFB, CO, 80011. The contract seeks a single unit that fulfills all technical, delivery, and access criteria without deviation.

General Info

Electric forklift for Buckley AFB, 3000 lb capacity, 122-inch lift, electric steering, 45-day delivery, small business set-aside.

NAICS

423830 - Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers

Place of Performance

CO, 80011, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2543 460 Cons
Contacts2 people available
OfficeBUCKLEY AFB, CO, 80011-9572, USA
Office AddressBUCKLEY AFB, CO, 80011-9572, USA
Contacts
Stephen Miller
Matt Kennedy TSgt

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The government requires an electric walk-behind forklift to support our hazardous materials management program. 


    • SHALL MEET THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS:
      • Fork must raise at a minimum 122 inches in the air
      • Must be able to support at least 3,000 lbs when fully raised
      • Forks that adjust for industry standard, differently-sized pallets
      • Electric Motor
      • Outdoor driving capabilities
      • Electric Power Steering
      • Ergonomic handle features
      • Shall only have forks (not a standing platform) for loading equipment
      • At least a 1-year commercial warranty
  • DELIVERY:
    • Deliverables: Liftgate required, limited access delivery. The contractor shall deliver 1 electric Forklift that meets the above requirements no more than 45 days after receipt of the order. Stacker shall be delivered during work week of Monday-Friday (excluding federal holidays), between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. MST; Buckley Air Force Base, CO 80011. Must be able to access on base.

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