ROMO FEED HAY
ID: 140P1225Q0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEIMR INTERMOUNTAIN REGION(1200)DENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

PSC

FORAGE AND FEED (8710)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e82db624b236476090a2c31eb62617b6/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, specifically the National Park Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide certified weed-free hay for the Rocky Mountain National Park and Fort Laramie National Historic Site under the solicitation titled "ROMO FEED HAY." The procurement involves an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract for a 50/50 grass/alfalfa hay mix, with specific moisture content, weight, and protein standards, to support the parks' stock operations with deliveries of up to 12 bales daily in summer and 9 bales daily in winter across designated locations in Colorado and Wyoming. This initiative underscores the federal government's commitment to maintaining animal care standards in national parks while promoting small business participation, with a contract period extending from fiscal year 2025 through 2029. Interested bidders must submit their quotations by 5 PM MST on December 13, 2024, and can contact Luke Bowman at luke_bowman@nps.gov or 928-638-7363 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bowman, Luke
    (928) 638-7363
    luke_bowman@nps.gov
    Files
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    A06_0044000923_ROMO_Feed_Hay_Updated_Specification.docx
    The ROMO Feed Hay IDIQ outlines the procurement of certified weed-free hay for the Rocky Mountain National Park and Fort Laramie National Historic Site. This indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract specifies requirements for hay, including a 50/50 grass/alfalfa mix, with particular moisture content, weight, and protein standards. Deliveries will support the park's stock operations, with up to 12 bales daily during the summer and 9 bales daily in winter, distributed across three locations in Colorado and Wyoming. The contract necessitates delivery coordination with the park's staff, ensuring timely offloading by the vendor using designated equipment. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses per NAICS code 111940, permitting up to $750,000 in annual sales, with awards based on the lowest price per bale. Accurate delivery quantities and schedules extend from 2025 to 2029, with an annual maximum of 3,640 bales. Quotes must include delivery costs, and bidders must possess necessary qualifications such as a Department of Transportation number. This procurement reflects the federal government's commitment to maintaining animal care standards in national parks while supporting small business participation.
    Sol_140P1225Q0003.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the National Park Service for the procurement of feed hay for Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, designated by solicitation number 140P1225Q0003. It specifies that the requirement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 311119, with a supply commitment extending from fiscal year 2025 through 2029. Bidders must submit quotations by 5 PM MST on December 13, 2024, and fulfill several criteria, including active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possession of a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The RFQ details the supply items, including base and option quantities for various fiscal years, with delivery to designated locations and deadlines. Additionally, it underscores the importance of compliance with federal regulations, including certifications regarding telecommunications equipment, and stipulates the evaluation criteria based on the lowest price technically acceptable approach. The document elaborately outlines the quoting process, required documents, and offers guidance for compliance, emphasizing the need for companies to demonstrate responsible business practices and adhere to protocols regarding the use of specific telecommunications services. Overall, this RFQ aims to ensure that the selected vendor can adequately supply essential feed while aligning with federal procurement regulations and standards.
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