GMUG National Forests Snowcat Tracks
ID: 1240LP25Q0006Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing (336999)

PSC

VEHICULAR BRAKE, STEERING, AXLE, WHEEL, AND TRACK COMPONENTS (2530)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d8dea5d6a62d4bd09bf2cc310ba1f35e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of 175" replacement snowcat tracks for the GMUG National Forest in Delta, Colorado. This opportunity is exclusively set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 336999, with a performance period scheduled from July 1, 2025, to October 31, 2025. The snowcat tracks are essential for the operational efficiency of the USDA Forest Service's fleet, ensuring effective management of forest resources. Interested vendors must submit their comprehensive quotes, including a technical proposal and pricing, via email by June 13, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time, and can contact Thomas Mendoza at thomas.mendoza@usda.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thomas Mendoza
    (956) 793-5749
    thomas.mendoza@usda.gov
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    _1240LP25Q0006.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for replacing an 8-inch gate valve at the Black Hills National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Custer, SD. The project requires a contractor to remove the damaged valve and install a new one, providing all necessary labor and materials within a specified performance period from December 11, 2024, to January 24, 2025. Proposals must include technical capabilities and past performance evaluations, alongside comprehensive price proposals. The contractor is responsible for adhering to safety and environmental regulations, including OSHA standards and the use of sustainable products. Key considerations include protection of existing facilities, proper waste disposal, and compliance with federal guidelines. The RFP includes stipulations for contractor qualifications, and bids are evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of biobased products and mandates reporting on biobased product usage. Overall, this RFP reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining infrastructure in compliance with safety, environmental, and performance standards while supporting small businesses.
    1240LP25Q0006 Updated SAM Sol Package.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of rubber snowcat tracks for the USDA Forest Service's GMUG (Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison) Fleet. The solicitation number is 1240LP25Q0006, and the designated period for performance is from July 1, 2025, to October 31, 2025. This procurement is exclusively set aside for small businesses, adhering to NAICS code 336999 with a size standard of 1,000 employees. Interested vendors must submit a comprehensive quote that includes a technical proposal detailing past performance on similar projects, a price quote with total costs, and signed Representations & Certifications. Submission must occur via email by June 13, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time. The government emphasizes that technical qualifications are significantly more critical than pricing in evaluating proposals. Additionally, vendors must note key details about logistics, such as the delivery site lacking unloading docks. The document serves as the primary notice regarding the solicitation, emphasizing the importance of compliance with various federal acquisition regulations. It aims to facilitate government procurement for specific equipment essential to the USDA's operations while supporting small business engagement in federal contracts.
    WD 2015-5367 r26.pdf
    The document is a Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, which outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations in South Dakota. It specifies that contracts signed after January 30, 2022, are required to adhere to Executive Order 14026, mandating a minimum wage of $17.20 per hour, while contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, fall under Executive Order 13658, enforcing a minimum of $12.90 per hour. The document details specific wage rates for a variety of job classifications, such as Administrative Support, Food Preparation, Health Occupations, and Mechanics, along with fringe benefits like health and welfare allowances, vacation, and paid holidays. Additionally, it explains the conformance process for unlisted job titles, ensuring they are fairly evaluated and compensated. This report is essential for federal contracting, ensuring compliance with wage regulations and promoting fair labor practices within government-funded contracts.
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