Brand Name Justification - Forklift Maintenance (Redacted)

BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION

1. DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED SUPPLIES/SERVICES, ESTIMATED

VALUE, AND DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

This contract is to establish a maintenance and repair program to ensure the continuous, safe, and reliable operation of the Bobcat forklift fleet at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). A periodic safety inspection, certified load test, and preventative maintenance cycle are required at intervals not to exceed one year, or per OEM operating-hour intervals, whichever occurs first. Monthly power-washing and detailing is required to prevent industrial grease/debris buildup. Brand name of Bobcat Authorized Dealers/vendors is required IOT maintain the manufacturer’s warranty of the Bobcat fleet. Procurement is estimated at

2. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SOLE SOURCE/BRAND NAME

BASED ON CONTRACTOR’S UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS OR NATURE OF

THE ACQUISITION

In order to maintain the manufacturer warranty for the Forklifts, any service provided must be a BOBCAT authorized dealer. Utilizing a non-authorized service provider voids active OEM warranties and risks the installation of third-party, non-conforming parts. To ensure safe, compliant operation on military installations, only certified technicians installing genuine Bobcat parts are authorized
Per the manufacturer’s warranty (attached), “For this warranty to be effective, BOBCAT requires all warranty work to be performed by an authorized BOBCAT dealer. Recommended maintenance be performed, service records be completed and available for inspection by BOBCAT, and defective parts be available for return to BOBCAT. Also, the hour meter shall not have been tampered with or disconnected. Parts replaced under this warranty are warranted only for the balance of the Forklift warranty period. All fluids, filters and lubricants must meet BOBCAT specifications.” Bobcat equipment utilizes specialized, proprietary diagnostic software, firmware, and tooling to analyze engine and hydraulic performance. Non-authorized dealers do not have legal access to these licensed diagnostic platforms. Bobcat-authorized dealers employ technicians who have undergone factory-certified training specific to these models, ensuring correct torque specifications, system calibrations, and safety standards are met.

3. MARKET SURVEY

Market survey of potential authorized Bobcat dealers in the Philadelphia Metro area was conducted from April 8-Jun 4 2026.

4. ADDITIONAL FACTS

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5. APPROVALS:

I certify that the statements and information provided above, are complete and correct to