N4523A-26-SIMACQ-PSNS-980-0029 (2) scissor Lifts
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA SHIPYARD.PUGET SOUND NAVAL SHIPYARD IMF · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Navy, through Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS IMF), is soliciting for scissor lifts. This is equipment procurement for naval shipyard operations. Scissor lifts are mobile elevated work platforms used for maintenance, repair, and access work on vessels and infrastructure. NAICS 532490 classifies this under Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing, indicating this may be a rental/lease arrangement rather than outright purchase, though the specific structure (rental, lease-to-own, or purchase) should be verified in the full solicitation. This equipment supports shipyard industrial operations in one of the Navy's four public shipyards, where vertical access is critical for vessel overhaul and modernization work.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N4523A-26-SIMACQ-PSNS-980-0029 |
| NAICS | 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set-Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 19, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Bremerton, Washington |
Who can bid
This opportunity is 100% set aside for small business. Only certified small business concerns under NAICS 532490's size standard may bid. The size standard for NAICS 532490 is typically $47.5 million in average annual receipts, though see the solicitation for the applicable standard.
Eligible bidders should:
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active registration valid through contract award
- Have any required small business certifications current
- Confirm their NAICS 532490 designation in SAM profile matches
- Be prepared to deliver/maintain equipment in Bremerton, WA
Businesses seeking to verify size status may use SBA's Size Standards Tool. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), and HUBZone firms may receive evaluation preference if the solicitation includes applicable clauses—see the solicitation for any additional socioeconomic priorities.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the delivery model. Given NAICS 532490, clarify whether this is short-term rental, long-term lease, or lease-to-acquire. Each model requires different pricing structures (daily/weekly/monthly rates, maintenance-included vs. operator-provided, transportation responsibility).
Demonstrate shipyard operational awareness. PSNS IMF operates in a secure industrial environment. Bidders should address:
- Cleared personnel requirements for base access (if applicable)
- Familiarity with Navy safety and quality standards (OSHA 1910 standards for aerial lifts, plus any NAVSEA-specific requirements)
- Logistical coordination for equipment movement within active shipyard
Equipment specifications. The solicitation references "(2) scissor Lifts" in the title—see the solicitation for lift capacity, platform height, weight restrictions, power source (electric/hybrid/diesel), and indoor/outdoor specifications. Naval shipyards often require specialized configurations (non-marking tires, compact footprints for shipboard use, corrosion-resistant components).
Pricing competitiveness. For equipment rental/leasing, government evaluators typically compare:
- Base rates plus all applicable fees
- Maintenance and repair provisions
- Emergency replacement guarantees
- Fuel/power cost handling
Past performance. Document comparable contracts with federal agencies, particularly NAVSEA shipyards, other military installations, or heavy industrial facilities in the Pacific Northwest.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number N4523A-26-SIMACQ-PSNS-980-0029
- Verify the deadline: Responses due October 19, 2026, 12:00 PM PT — this is a short turnaround from the October 14 posting date
- Confirm equipment specifications, exact quantities, and contract type in the solicitation documents
- Register or update SAM.gov status if not currently active
- Prepare and submit bid through the designated system specified in the solicitation
Given the brief five-day response window, prioritize reviewing deliverables, pricing structure, and any required representations or certifications first.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →