23--AK-FWS KOTZEBUE ADMIN SITE-SNOWMOBILE

This amendment modifies a federal solicitation (140FS126Q0168/0001) issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for the procurement of a snowmachine for the Selawik National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Kotzebue, Alaska. Administered as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 336991 (Wheel and Track Vehicles), this solicitation seeks a firm-fixed-price contract for one liquid-cooled, four-stroke snowmachine (equivalent to a Ski-Doo Expedition Sport 900 Ace). Key required features include a minimum 800cc engine, two-up seating, a windshield, electric start, and specific Arctic-utility accessories like a J-Hitch and a 90-liter cargo box. Quotes must be submitted via email to Contracting Officer Kathy Coltran by September 14, 2026, at 17:00 Eastern Time, with questions due by September 11, 2026. Vendors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The contractor is responsible for the final FOB destination delivery to Kotzebue, Alaska, including all accessory installations, with a period of performance from September 15, 2026, to December 15, 2026. Evaluation will be based on best value to the government, considering technical capabilities, past performance, and price. Standard FAR clauses are incorporated, including provisions on electronic invoicing through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and restrictions on racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion activities.

This Federal Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 140FS126Q0168, is issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) as a total small business set-aside. The agency is seeking quotes to purchase one snowmachine for the Region 7 National Wildlife Refuge, specifically to support the Togiak National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Dillingham, Alaska. The procurement is conducted under FAR Part 12 as a firm-fixed-price purchase order. The preferred equipment is a Ski-Doo Expedition Sport 900 Ace (four-stroke, liquid-cooled, 900cc engine, 70+ horsepower, two-up seating, and installed J-Hitch and LinQ universal rack) or an approved equivalent. The contractor is responsible for all assembly, accessory installation, and shipping costs. Delivery must be made FOB Destination to the FWS Dillingham Administrative Site or the Dillingham Airport by December 11, 2026. Quotes will be evaluated on a best-value basis using the submitted bid schedule and product specifications. To be eligible for award, vendors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). Questions regarding the solicitation are due by September 4, 2026, and final quotes must be submitted via email to Contracting Officer Kathy Coltran by September 9, 2026, at 17:00 Eastern Time.