J--Fire Engine Motor Replacement-Desert NWR, NV
ID: 140FS224Q0303Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS, SAT TEAM 2Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

General Automotive Repair (811111)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIP- FIRE FIGHTING/RESCUE/SAFETY EQUIP; ENVIRON PROTECT EQUIP/MATLS (J042)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/db6960809a54406f9a15995ab70dff10/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) intends to award a sole source contract for the replacement of the motor on fire engine #8262, a 2016 Ford F550, at the Desert National Wildlife Refuge in Nevada. The urgency of this procurement arises from the critical need for the fire engine to be operational for emergency response, particularly with the upcoming fire season. Rush Truck Centers has been identified as the only local vendor capable of performing the necessary repairs in a timely manner, as they have already begun troubleshooting the engine and possess certified Ford ASE mechanics. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Darla Freyholtz Ballard at darla_freyholtzballard@fws.gov within ten calendar days of this notice, with the contract period of performance set from September 20, 2024, to November 1, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Freyholtz Ballard, Darla
    (701) 339-3829
    Darla_FreyholtzBallard@fws.gov
    Files
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    A16_3-0034_Single_Source_Justification_Simplified_under_the_SAT_executed_1.pdf
    The document is a sole source justification for repairs on a Ford F550 Type 6 fire engine, which is essential for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s fire management program. Rush Truck Center is identified as the only local source with certified Ford ASE mechanics capable of performing the necessary engine replacement in a timely manner. Following an assessment, it was determined that the vehicle could not be repaired at the usual service shop due to the complexity of the repairs and pressing urgency given the upcoming fire season. The document includes a market research section revealing competitive repair rates from various vendors, confirming that Rush Truck Center's quote of $180/hour is favorable compared to others. The recommendation concludes with certifications from program and contracting officers endorsing this sole source procurement under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, highlighting the critical need for the vehicle's rapid restoration to ensure preparedness for fire emergencies. The overall purpose reflects the due diligence required for compliance in public procurement while addressing an urgent operational need for the agency.
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