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35K lb. Base Capacity 4-wheel Sit-Down AC Electric Lift Truck, including Options, and Freight

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT DRUM · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Army is soliciting bids for a 35,000-pound base capacity, four-wheel sit-down AC electric lift truck, including available options and freight. This is material handling equipment procurement under NAICS 333924 (Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing), specifically electric-powered forklifts designed for heavy-duty industrial and military logistics operations.

AC electric lift trucks in this weight class are typically used for moving heavy containers, vehicles, or bulk materials in warehouses, depots, and transportation hubs. The "sit-down" configuration indicates operator seating for extended use, while four-wheel design provides stability for heavy loads. The solicitation includes freight delivery, meaning the contractor must arrange transportation to the destination. See the solicitation for complete technical specifications, approved options list, and exact delivery requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses under NAICS 333924. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this NAICS code ($1,500 million in average annual receipts as of current thresholds) and be registered in SAM.gov.

You must have the capability to supply, or arrange supply of, a 35K lb. capacity AC electric lift truck meeting military/doD specifications, or demonstrate ability to partner with a manufacturer who does. If you are a dealer or distributor rather than manufacturer, confirm your supply chain arrangements and any required manufacturer authorizations before bidding. No franchise or other set-aside programs (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are indicated.

How to put together a competitive bid

For heavy industrial truck procurement, competition typically centers on life-cycle cost, delivery timeline, and technical compliance:

• Verify specifications precisely: "35K lb. base capacity" and "AC electric" are exact requirements. Confirm your proposed model meets or exceeds these thresholds, including any military-specific durability or compatibility standards. Minor deviations risk rejection.
• Account for total delivered cost: Price must include freight to the destination. Obtain binding freight quotes, factoring in oversize/heavy-haul requirements for a 35,000-lb. capacity truck. Fuel surcharges and accessorial fees should be locked in or clearly defined.
• Options pricing: Structure your bid to show base unit cost and each option separately, as government evaluators often assess options for future ordering flexibility. See the solicitation for the specific options schedule and pricing format.
• Past performance documentation: Prepare references for similar heavy lift truck deliveries, especially to DoD or federal agencies. Include delivery performance data and any warranty claim history.
• Small business compliance: Ensure your SAM.gov profile is active, size classification is current, and any subcontracting plans stay within regulatory limits if applicable.

Next steps

Review the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W911S227U0101. Confirm the exact place of performance, technical specifications, options list, and any clauses requiring certified cost or pricing data. Note the firm deadline of November 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are inadmissible. Submit questions through the channels identified in the solicitation document.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →