Forklift Maintenance
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NSWC PHILADELPHIA DIV · Response deadline: Tue, 13 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
NAVSEA's Philadelphia Division is seeking forklift maintenance services. This is a commercial services procurement under NAICS 811310, which covers commercial and industrial machinery and equipment (except automotive and electronic) repair and maintenance. The work will involve keeping material handling equipment operational and safe—typically including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, parts replacement, and possibly inspection services to maintain compliance with occupational safety standards.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | NAVSEA Philadelphia Division (Dept of the Navy) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SIMACQ-PD-107-0018 |
| NAICS | 811310 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | October 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Philadelphia, PA |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any qualified business—large or small—can submit a bid. However, small businesses should not assume they're at a disadvantage. NAVSEA frequently awards to small businesses even in unrestricted competitions, particularly for specialized maintenance work where technical expertise and local presence matter more than scale.
To compete, you'll need experience with forklift maintenance and repair. The government typically evaluates on price and technical capability for this type of service contract. See the solicitation for specific experience requirements, past performance references, and any required certifications (such as OSHA-related training or manufacturer-specific credentials).
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the equipment mix. NAVSEA Philadelphia likely maintains diverse forklift fleets—electric, propane, and diesel units across multiple capacities. See the solicitation for the specific quantity, types, and ages of equipment covered. If the inventory is older, highlight your experience with legacy equipment and parts sourcing challenges.
Price strategically. Service contracts are often evaluated on total evaluated price. Structure your proposal around realistic labor hours, material markups, and response time commitments. For recurring maintenance, consider offering tiered pricing or consolidated service windows that reduce your travel costs and allow a lower bid.
Demonstrate local capacity. With performance in Philadelphia, proximity and quick response capability are competitive advantages. Detail your technician availability, parts inventory or supplier relationships in the region, and emergency response protocols.
Highlight safety and compliance. Forklift maintenance carries significant liability exposure. Emphasize your safety record, technician certifications, and compliance documentation procedures.
Address government-specific requirements. NAVSEA contracts typically include requirements for contractor personnel screening, facility access procedures, and possibly security clearances. See the solicitation for applicable clauses.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SIMACQ-PD-107-0018. Verify all technical requirements, evaluation criteria, and clause applicability before committing proposal resources. Note the firm deadline of October 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT—late submissions are not accepted in federal procurement.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →