MN-RICE LAKE NWR-OUTBOARD WITH INSTALL
ID: 140FS225Q0078Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 2Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618)

PSC

GASOLINE RECIPROCATING ENGINES, EXCEPT AIRCRAFT; AND COMPONENTS (2805)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c4229b5ab231480ea0c1ea45777190fa/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is soliciting bids for the replacement and installation of an outboard motor on a 1999 Workskiff INC boat at the Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Minnesota. The project involves trading in two used outboard motors and installing a new motor that meets specific criteria, including a power range of 130-150 HP and compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations. This procurement is a total small business set-aside, emphasizing the importance of meeting specifications, delivery lead times, and pricing in the evaluation process. Interested contractors should contact Renee Babineau at renee_babineau@fws.gov or call 404-679-7349 for further details and to submit their quotations.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Babineau, Renee
    (404) 679-7349
    renee_babineau@fws.gov
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    A06_RFQ__Trade_ins__specfications_and_work_instructions.pdf
    This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for replacing an outboard motor on a 1999 Workskiff INC boat at the FWS Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The project incorporates trading in two used outboard motors (Evinrude 115 and Honda 130) and installing a new motor that adheres to specific criteria, including a power range of 130-150 HP, compliance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations, and essential features such as electric start and electronic fuel injection. Contractors must ensure installation follows industry standards, utilizing an approved manufacturer dealer, and provide a timeline for the process. Deliverables include trade-in documentation, an installation report, and warranty information. Acceptance criteria focus on operational readiness of the new motor and completeness of required documentation. The evaluation will prioritize the ability to meet specifications, delivery lead time, pricing, and trade-in acceptance, emphasizing value for the government.
    Sol_140FS225Q0078.pdf
    This document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for the replacement and installation of an outboard motor on a 1999 Workskiff INC Custom boat at Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Minnesota. The project includes the trade-in of two old outboard motors and requires that the new motor meets specified compatibility and regulatory requirements. It is a 100% total small business set-aside. Offerors must respond with detailed specifications of the motor, lead times, pick-up or delivery fees, and ensure compliance with provided guidelines, including installation by an approved dealer. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of conformance to specifications and lead times as more favorable than price alone, indicating an objective assessment for the award. Furthermore, specific clauses and regulations from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) are referenced, including provisions for electronic invoicing and payment procedures. Overall, the document serves as a formal solicitation aimed at securing competitive bids from qualified small businesses specializing in motor installations and servicing, promoting local economic growth while fulfilling government procurement needs.
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