Forklifts

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Notice type
Presolicitation
Solicitation #
W912PB26QA075
NAICS
333924
PSC
3990
Posted
May 26, 2026
Response due
June 8, 2026
Place of performance
Ansbach, DE-BY

What this opportunity is

The Department of Defense is seeking to procure two rough terrain/off-road forklifts with specific performance and operational capabilities, including a 5-ton lifting capacity and all-wheel drive. This presolicitation notice is suitable for small businesses specializing in heavy equipment manufacturing or supply, particularly those with experience in military contracts. Interested vendors should monitor this opportunity closely, as it indicates a forthcoming solicitation rather than an immediate bidding opportunity.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

2 EA Forklift 5 ton – ROUGH TERRAIN/OFF ROAD with ALL WHEEL DRIVE and 360 degree turning assembly 1. Lifting Performance Lifting capacity: 5000 kg Load center distance: 600 mm Lifting height: 4000 mm Mast type: Duplex full-visibility mast Tilt cylinder / mast tilt: 15° forward / 15° reverse 2. Drive & Transmission Drive: 4-wheel drive Transmission: 4-wheel drive system (electro-hydraulic direction switching where applicable) 3. Engine & Power Engine : Stage 3B Diesel engine ST5 / S1 EU / TCD 2.9 / Stage V Power: Minimum 75 PS / 75 hp / 55 kW 4. Braking System Front and rear axle multi-disc brakes in oil Brake booster / hydraulically assisted braking 5. Hydraulics Additional hydraulic circuits: 3rd hydraulic control circuit -- 1 of 4 -- 4th hydraulic control circuit Hydraulic kits for 3rd and 4th control valves Hydraulic valve block with 4 functions and mechanical lever controls Quick-release couplings on hydraulic lines 6. Forks & Attachments Forks: 1400 mm non-standard length Fork carriage width: 1670 mm Fork positioner: Rotating fork positioner 360 degrees turning assembly, 1850 mm wide Bolted standard fork tines, 1400 mm long Fork extensions: 2000 mm 7. Tires Off-road tires: Front: 480/65 R22.5 Rear: 340/80 R18 8. Dimensions & Ground Clearance Height: approx. 2490 mm Length (to fork carriage): approx. 4950 mm Weight: approx. 8325 kg Chassis clearance: 36 cm Ground clearance (alternative spec): minimum 43 cm Turning radius: 3.4 m -- 2 of 4 -- 9. Cab & Operator Comfort Full cabin with doors and heated air ventilation Air-suspended comfort seat / air-suspended textile seat Tilt-adjustable steering column Interior rearview mirror Right-hand exterior mirror Sun visor for front and roof Radio preparation Tinted front and rear windows 10. Lighting & Visibility Road traffic regulation (StVZO) package Complete lighting system according to StVZO Lighting and blinkers according to StVZO 4x LED work lights (front and rear) Additional working lights: Front left and right Rear left Orange rotating beacon Additional roof windshield wiper Mirrors according to StVZO Road traffic regulation (StVZO) package Vehicle papers: All signs, labels, and controls in English -- 3 of 4 -- 12. Documentation TUEV papers /TÜV allowance documentation CE confirmation Operator manuals: German & English (two copies each) Parts manuals: German & English (two copies each) TÜV allowance documentation 13. Training Manufacturer or equivalent must provide on-site training Training for operator and maintenance personnel after delivery Training time coordinated with end user 14. Warranty Manufacturer’s warranty: 12 months 15. Delivery Delivery locations: Per appointment min. 2 days prior with receiving unit 1 EA USAG Ansbach, Directorate of Public Works, Katterbach Kaserne, Ansbach 1 EA USAG Ansbach, Directorate of Public Works, Storck Barracks -- 4 of 4 --

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