35K lb. Base Capacity 4-wheel Sit-Down AC Electric Lift Truck, including Options, Battery, Charger, 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 Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command at Fort Drum is soliciting bids for a 35,000-pound base capacity, four-wheel sit-down AC electric lift truck. This procurement includes the base vehicle plus options, battery, charger, and freight. The classification code 3930 indicates this is materials handling equipment. Forklifts in this weight class are industrial workhorses used for heavy lifting in warehouse, depot, and logistics operations—commonly found in military supply and maintenance facilities.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice simultaneously announces the requirement and invites offers under simplified acquisition procedures.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, AMC, ACC, Mission Installation Contracting Command, 419th CSB, W6QM MICC-Ft Drum |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W911S227U0101 |
| NAICS | 333924 (Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026, 12:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is exclusively reserved for small businesses under NAICS 333924. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this industry, which is typically based on average annual receipts or employee count. You must also be registered in SAM.gov and have an active registration valid through the award period.
Given the specialized nature of this equipment, bidders should either manufacture industrial lift trucks or serve as authorized distributors with demonstrated supply chain access to heavy-capacity electric forklifts. Past performance with similar federal or commercial equipment sales will strengthen your position.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify size standard and NAICS alignment. Confirm your primary NAICS code is 333924 or that this equipment falls within your established lines of business. Misalignment can disqualify your bid.
Confirm technical compliance. A 35,000-pound capacity AC electric sit-down truck is a substantial piece of equipment—well beyond standard warehouse forklifts. Ensure your proposed model meets or exceeds the base capacity requirement and that you can deliver the specified battery, charger, and freight-inclusive package. See the solicitation for exact performance specifications, dimensional requirements, and any Army-unique features.
Address the total evaluated price. The solicitation structure (base plus options) suggests the government may evaluate lifecycle cost or option-year pricing. Structure your pricing to be competitive across all line items, not just the base unit.
Demonstrate delivery capability. Heavy industrial equipment often requires specialized transportation and rigging. Your proposal should address freight logistics, especially given the remote location of Fort Drum in northern New York.
Highlight past performance. Include relevant contract history for similar lift truck deliveries, particularly to federal defense or logistics agencies. Emphasize maintenance support, warranty terms, and parts availability.
Submit through SAM.gov. Combined synopsis/solicitations under simplified acquisition thresholds typically require electronic submission; verify the exact method and any required documentation in the full solicitation.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W911S227U0101. The full document will contain detailed specifications, delivery requirements, option clauses, and exact submission instructions. Mark your calendar: offers are due November 9, 2026, by 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions will not be considered.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →