NEB/Bessey RD 1 EA Compact Tracked Loader - SOLICITATION
ID: 1240LP24Q0099Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICENebraska National ForestCHADRON, NE, 69337, USA

NAICS

Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333111)

PSC

TRACTOR, FULL TRACKED, LOW SPEED (2410)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e720d06510bf4166aec017fa793ec45d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Compact Tracked Loader for the Nebraska National Forest's Bessey Ranger District. The requirement includes a new diesel engine unit with automatic transmission and various operational capacities, aimed at replacing outdated equipment while adhering to specified technical and safety standards. This procurement is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and safety within the Forest Service's equipment fleet. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by September 12, 2024, at 3:00 PM MDT, via email, and can contact Jane Pedrotti at jane.pedrotti@usda.gov or 605-800-1305 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jane Pedrotti
    (605) 800-1305
    jane.pedrotti@usda.gov
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    1240LP24Q0099.NEB.BesseyRD.Compact.Tracked.Loader.FE.pdf
    The document pertains to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of a Compact Tracked Loader by the USDA Forest Service for the Nebraska National Forest's Bessey Ranger District. The solicitation, identified by the number #1240LP24Q0099, calls for offers due by September 12, 2024, at 3:00 PM MDT, requiring submissions via email. Vendors must ensure compliance with specified technical and safety requirements outlined in the document, as the unit will replace outdated equipment and is expected to be new—used or rebuilt machines are disallowed. Key specifications include a diesel engine, automatic transmission, various operational capacities, and adherence to safety standards. Proposals should address performance capability, pricing, and delivery schedules, with a 60-day delivery timeline from order acknowledgment being preferred. The submission must include a technical proposal alongside a completed SF-1449 form, reflecting the proposed unit's compliance with the detailed requirements. Additionally, the document emphasizes the importance of electronic payment processing, submissions of necessary documentation, and the evaluation criteria that include price and technical capability. The RFP ultimately reflects the USDA’s commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and safety within its equipment standards while ensuring transparency and accountability in procurement.
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