Notice of Intent to Single Source - PIO Scissor Lift

The Department of the Air Force, 35th Contracting Squadron, has issued a special notice of intent to award a single-source contract to Aktio Corporation for the rental of specialized material handling equipment. This requirement supports the 35 FW/PIO at Misawa Air Base, Japan, and includes the lease of two scissor lifts, one MT 1440 telehandler, and one MRT 2150 telehandler. Market research indicated that Aktio Corporation is the only regional vendor capable of providing the full suite of specific, limited-stock equipment necessary to complete the project within the required timeframe.

The performance period for this rental is scheduled for less than two weeks at Misawa Air Base. This procurement 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. No set-aside was designated for this action, which is identified by solicitation number FA520526QB086.

Responses or written inquiries regarding this notice must be submitted by June 12, 2026, to the points of contact, Alexander Holliday and Kade N. Forrester. The intent of this announcement is to document the rationale for a sole-source award and does not constitute a request for competitive quotations. As of May 28, 2026, there are no attachments associated with this notice.