Notice of Intent to Single Source - PIO Scissor Lift

The Department of the Air Force, 35th Contracting Squadron, intends to issue a single-source contract to AKTIO Corporation for the short-term rental of material handling equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Under solicitation FA520526QB086, the requirement includes two scissor lifts, one MT 1440 telehandler, and one MRT 2150 telehandler for use by the 35 FW/PIO. The agency’s market research determined that AKTIO Corporation is the only regional vendor capable of providing the specific combination of equipment needed within the necessary timeframe due to limited local stock.

This special notice is classified under NAICS 532412 for Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing and PSC W038 for Lease or Rental of Equipment- Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment. There is no set-aside designated for this procurement. The performance period for the rental is less than two weeks, and the agency does not intend this notice as a request for competitive quotations. Written questions regarding this notice must be submitted to Alexander Holliday by the response deadline of June 12, 2026.