Opportunity
SAM #N32253-26-P-0040
Heavy-Duty Forklift Rental for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Drydock Operations
Buyer
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
Posted
June 26, 2026
Identifier
N32253-26-P-0040
NAICS
532289, 532412
This opportunity is for the short-term rental of a heavy-duty forklift to support urgent ship maintenance at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. - Requirement: Rental of one forklift with a lifting capacity between 24,000 and 36,000 pounds (12 to 18 tons) - Forklift must be suitable for drydock operations - Rental Period: June 22, 2026 to July 10, 2026 (approximately 18 days) - Urgency: Sole source justification due to operational delays and maintenance needs - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are specified - Intended for U.S. Navy shipyard operations - Key requirement is the lifting capacity and short-term availability
Potential Vendors & Competition: - Any manufacturer or supplier of heavy-duty forklifts meeting the capacity requirement could compete - No brand preference stated; alternatives from major forklift OEMs are acceptable
Estimated Contract Value: - Short-term rental for one unit; likely value in the range of $10,000 to $30,000
Attachments: - Details confirm the operational need and specific rental period
Description
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PHNSY&IMF) is seeking to lease a forklift with a minimum lifting capability of 12.5 Tons (25,000 lbs) and a maximum lifting capability of 18 Tons (36,000 lbs).