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What is "DFAS-IN Material Handling Vehicle Maintenance Services"?

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### PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense's Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is seeking proposals for Material Handling Vehicle Maintenance Services. The primary objective is to ensure the proper maintenance of various material handling vehicles, including EZ-GO carts, forklifts, and pallet jacks, through scheduled preventative maintenance and unscheduled repairs. The contractor will be responsible for performing maintenance services in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

### ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
- **Organization**: Department of Defense, Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)
- **Location**: Ohio, USA
- **Primary Contact**: Veronica C Hay
- **Email**: Veronica.C.Hay.civ@mail.mil

### KEY DATES:
- **Posted Date**: April 2, 2026
- **Proposal Due Date**: April 10, 2026
- **Anticipated Award Date**: Not specified
- **Performance Period**: Not explicitly mentioned

### CONTRACT DETAILS:
- **Contract Type**: Firm Fixed Price for scheduled maintenance; Time and Materials for unscheduled maintenance and repairs.
- **Estimated Contract Value**: Not specified, but the government estimates $1,100 annually for parts for unscheduled maintenance.
- **Option Years**: Not mentioned.

### MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
- **Certifications and Registrations**: Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov.
- **Set-aside Restrictions**: The solicitation does not specify set-aside requirements, but bidders should verify eligibility for small business classifications.
- **Geographic Restrictions**: Services are to be performed in Ohio.
- **Experience Requirements**: Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience in vehicle maintenance services.
- **Insurance Requirements**: Not explicitly stated, but typical bonding and insurance requirements for government contracts may apply.

### TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
- **Technical Skills**: Experience in maintenance of EZ-GO carts, forklifts, and pallet jacks.
- **Methodologies**: Adherence to the PWS for scheduled maintenance and the ability to provide timely unscheduled repairs.
- **Tools and Standards**: Use of appropriate tools for vehicle maintenance as per industry standards.

### DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
- **Key Deliverables**: Scheduled maintenance for 6 EZ-GO carts (24 services/year), 5 forklifts (20 services/year), and 5 pallet jacks (20 services/year).
- **Performance Metrics**: Timeliness and quality of maintenance services, adherence to the PWS, and approval of work orders for unscheduled maintenance.

### EVALUATION CRITERIA:
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following factors:
- **Technical Approach**: Understanding of the maintenance requirements and proposed methodologies.
- **Past Performance**: Relevant experience and success in similar contracts.
- **Price**: Cost-effectiveness of the proposal.
- The evaluation may follow a best-value approach, balancing technical merit and cost.

### PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- **Certifications**: Preferred certifications in vehicle maintenance or related fields.
- **Experience**: Previous contracts with government entities or similar organizations.
- **Capabilities**: Additional capabilities in handling a broader range of material handling equipment or advanced maintenance technologies may be favorably considered.

This summary captures the essential details necessary for bidders to assess their fit for the DFAS-IN Material Handling Vehicle Maintenance Services opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

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The proposal submission deadline is April 10, 2026 (7 days left).

Question 3

What NAICS codes apply to this opportunity?

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The applicable NAICS codes are: 811310.

Question 4

Are there any set-aside requirements?

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Yes, this opportunity includes the following set-asides: SBA.

Question 5

Where can I submit a proposal or get solicitation documents?

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You can access the full solicitation documents and submit your proposal at: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/855cbbac839542b79d6f9bd1e87c7c89/view

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