Snow Machine Rental
ID: FA50042517Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5004 354 CONS PKEIELSON AFB, AK, 99702-2200, USA

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Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

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LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking vendors for snow machine rentals to support extreme cold weather training at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, scheduled from February 4-25, 2025. The procurement includes the rental of twenty two-seater snowmachines, pull-behind sleds, and trailers, along with training sessions on operational use and on-the-spot maintenance support. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities of U.S. and partner forces in administering medical care in harsh winter environments. Interested parties should contact Ashton Holland at ashton.holland.1@us.af.mil or Ryan Baudouin at ryan.baudouin@us.af.mil for further details.

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    The Special Operations Command North (SOCNORTH) has issued a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a contract involving snowmachine rental and related equipment for extreme cold weather training scheduled from February 4-25, 2025. The primary objective is to supply essential mobility equipment, including twenty two-seater snowmachines, pull-behind sleds, and trailers, to enhance training for medical personnel in austere conditions. Additional requirements include a training session on the operational use of the snowmachines and on-the-spot maintenance support. Responsibilities extend to fuel provision, travel coordination, adherence to safety and security protocols, and the establishment of a Quality Control Plan to ensure compliance with contract standards. The training activities will be conducted at Government facilities in Fort Wainwright, Alaska, ensuring readiness for operating in harsh winter environments. This initiative is significant for ensuring that U.S. and partner forces can effectively administer medical care in extreme cold climates, thereby enhancing operational capabilities in North America’s High North. Overall, the document outlines the scope, requirements, and expectations for suppliers involved in this highly specialized training exercise.
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