400-Gallon Water Tanker Trailers
ID: RFQ47QMCA26Q0001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONFEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICEGSA/FAS AUTOMOTIVE CENTERWASHINGTON, DC, 20405, USA

NAICS

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212)

PSC

TRAILERS (2330)

Set Aside

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

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is soliciting quotes for the procurement of twenty (20) 400-gallon water tanker trailers on behalf of the Department of Navy. These trailers must meet stringent Military and Society of American Engineer standards, featuring a 304L stainless steel tank, robust suspension, and capabilities for air transport, ensuring they are suitable for both tactical and commercial use. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by December 12, 2025, and direct any questions by December 9, 2025, to the primary contact, John E. (Ed) Hodges, at john.hodges@gsa.gov. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses, and all submissions must comply with the requirements outlined in the attached documents.

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    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) 47QMCA26Q0001 from the General Services Administration (GSA) is a small business set-aside solicitation for twenty 400-gallon water tanker trailers, issued in accordance with FAR Part 12. Quoters must complete and return all required information on SF18-95a by December 12, 2025, 1:00 PM EST, including technical specifications, past performance, and pricing. Questions are due by December 9, 2025, 12:00 PM EST. The award will be a firm fixed-price motor vehicle delivery order based on price, past performance, special features, warranty, maintenance availability, and direct delivery terms to locations in Port Hueneme, CA, and Gulfport, MS. Quoters must have an active SAM registration and submit electronic quotes to john.hodges@gsa.gov.
    The Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) requires a 400-gallon potable water trailer to replace its aging fleet. This trailer must meet stringent Military (MIL) and Society of American Engineer (SAE) standards for tactical and commercial use, ensuring compatibility with various military and civilian tractors. Key requirements include a 304L stainless steel tank, robust suspension, dual-line air over hydraulic brakes, and all-terrain tires. The trailer must perform on highways, unimproved roads, and cross-country terrain, and be capable of air transport by C-130, C-17, and C-5 aircraft, requiring Air Transportability Test Loading Agency (ATTLA) certification. The RFP also details specific requirements for plumbing, electrical systems, paint, markings, data plates, and comprehensive technical support, including manuals and parts lists. Workmanship and verification processes are strictly defined, with inspections and operational testing at Port Hueneme, CA, to ensure compliance before final acceptance.
    This addendum to FAR 52.212-4 details contract terms for commercial products and services, particularly focusing on payment due dates, order of precedence for resolving inconsistencies, and restrictions on unauthorized obligations. It clarifies that invoice payments are due 10 days after a proper invoice is received or government acceptance of goods/services, whichever is later. The document outlines a strict hierarchy for resolving contract inconsistencies, prioritizing the schedule of supplies/services. A significant portion addresses commercial supplier agreements, deeming unenforceable any clauses that violate the Anti-Deficiency Act or impose future fees, penalties, or indemnification not expressly authorized by statute. It also incorporates specific language into commercial supplier agreements for government end-users, ensuring federal law governs disputes, preventing automatic renewals, and amending indemnification and audit clauses to align with government regulations. Material changes to terms require bilateral modification, and any unilaterally revised terms inconsistent with the contract are unenforceable.
    The "Technical Exceptions Worksheet" (Attachment #3) is a standardized form for vendors to document and track exceptions to the requirements of Solicitation RFQ47QMCA26Q0001. This worksheet facilitates communication between the vendor and GSA regarding technical discrepancies. It includes sections for vendor information, solicitation details, and a revision history. The core of the document is a table where vendors can detail specific line items, their proposed "From" and "To" changes, and the "Reason for Exception." GSA reviews these exceptions, noting the "GSA Minimum Equipment Code OR Option Code" and an "Issue Summary." The worksheet also tracks the status of exceptions (open, closed, total) and an "Action Index" to indicate whether GSA or the vendor needs to make changes, or if no action is required, ultimately leading to a "Final" status. This document is crucial for ensuring clarity and agreement on technical specifications within a government procurement process.
    The document "Attachment #4 Brand Name or Equal Worksheet" (RFQ47QMCA26Q0001) is a federal government form used in solicitations. It allows vendors to propose "or equal" offerings for specified items, detailing salient features, manufacturer, model, and description. The form includes sections for GSA (General Services Administration) to accept or reject these proposed alternatives, tracking the status of each action. This worksheet is crucial for ensuring that vendors can offer equivalent products that meet the government's requirements, promoting fair competition and potentially cost-effective solutions within the federal procurement process.
    The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) provides a "Request for GSAFleet.gov Account Form" for companies to create an AutoVendor account. This form collects essential company information, including company name, address, valid UEI number, business size (large/small), and up to five order email addresses. The form also allows for the designation of up to three "Vendor Managers" within the company, who will have the authority to invite, approve, and delete users. For each requested user, the form requires their name, telephone number, fax number, and email. This document streamlines the process for vendors to establish an account to interact with GSAFleet.gov.
    GSAFleet.gov is a modernized, integrated system that consolidates 19 disparate applications into a single platform for managing vehicle orders for federal agencies. This user guide, updated in May 2024, outlines how vehicle suppliers can manage orders, create accounts, and log in. Key features include single vehicle per order/Motor Vehicle Delivery Order (MVDO) with requisition numbers for grouping, direct uploading of status reports to GSAFleet.gov instead of weekly emails, and a bulk upload template for easy status updates. Suppliers can navigate to 'Manage Orders and Requisitions' to view order details, download MVDOs, access attachments, and provide status reports manually or via bulk upload. A 'Just Browsing' feature allows suppliers to view their vehicle offerings in the purchasing storefront, ensuring accuracy of models, options, and pricing.
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