Dovetail Trailer
ID: 1240LP25Q0021Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 4Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212)

PSC

TRAILERS (2330)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/20709f84b30c470ab1f9fa0b073d9d38/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 10, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 24, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The United States Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking proposals for the procurement of a dovetail trailer, with a Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR) of at least 30,000 pounds, to be delivered to Cedar City, Utah by October 1, 2025. The procurement aims to enhance operational capabilities, requiring specific features such as mid-turn and retractable steps for improved access, as well as compliance with federal regulations regarding technical specifications and design. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside, emphasizing the USDA's commitment to supporting small enterprises in government contracting. Interested vendors should submit both technical and price proposals, and can direct inquiries to Ismael Sanabria at Ismael.Sanabria@usda.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Ismael Sanabria
Ismael.Sanabria@usda.gov
Files
Title
Posted
QA memo-1240LP25Q0021.pdf
Apr 18, 2025, 8:08 PM UTC
The memorandum from the United States Forest Service (USFS) outlines key responses to questions related to Request for Quotation (RFQ) 1240LP25Q0021. This procurement process marks a new purchase order with no incumbent vendor. The document clarifies operational requirements, including the need for mid-turn and retractable steps on trailers to facilitate easier access and equipment handling. Additionally, it explains that the term "semi-wiring" refers to a specific type of electrical connector, namely the 7-pin round connector. Overall, this memorandum serves to provide clarity on technical specifications and project scope, demonstrating the USFS's approach to acquiring necessary equipment for its operations. The document adheres to government procurement standards by ensuring potential vendors have the required information to respond effectively to the RFQ.
RFQ - 1240LP25Q0021.pdf
Apr 18, 2025, 8:08 PM UTC
The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of a dovetail trailer by the USDA Forest Service. The solicitation seeks offers for a trailer with at least a 30,000-pound Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR), to be delivered to Cedar City, Utah by October 1, 2025. Proposals must include technical descriptions confirming compliance with specific specifications, including dimensions, weight capacity, and design features such as hydraulic dovetail and gooseneck hitch height. Offerors are required to submit both a technical proposal and a price proposal, outlining their ability to meet the project requirements while adhering to various federal regulations and submission guidelines. The evaluation criteria prioritize technical capability and cost, aiming to identify the best value for the government. Additionally, the document includes mandatory compliance clauses related to federal procurement regulations, such as terms for contracting with small businesses and prohibitions on specific telecommunications equipment. This RFP represents the USDA's commitment to acquiring specialized equipment to support its operational needs efficiently and effectively.
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