Snow Plow and Installation - Niagara Falls ARS
ID: NFARS-FY25-SNWPLW-SSType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA6670 914 AW LGCNIAGARA FALLS, NY, 14304-5000, USA

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Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (336390)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS VEHICULAR COMPONENTS (2590)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (NFARS), is seeking information from potential contractors for the procurement of a snow plow and installation services for a 2019 Kenworth T270 Dump Truck. The requirement includes a 10-foot long hydraulic snowplow with a corresponding mounting system, which must be capable of angling and adjusting height, along with necessary lighting and wiring. This procurement is essential for enhancing snow removal capabilities for local government operations, ensuring efficient and effective winter maintenance. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit their company information, including business size and NAICS classification, to Matthew Crum at matthew.crum.9@us.af.mil by the specified closing date, as this is a preliminary inquiry that may lead to a formal solicitation.

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    The Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (NFARS) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for a snow plow and installation services. This notice is not a solicitation and aims to gather information from potential contractors, including small businesses. The requirement specifies a quantity of one dump truck snowplow, featuring a 10-foot long blade with hydraulic operation, and its corresponding mounting equipment to fit a 2019 Kenworth T270 Dump Truck located on-site at NFARS. Interested contractors are requested to provide comprehensive company information including business size, NAICS code classification, and contact details. The anticipated NAICS code for this procurement activity is 336390, pertaining to Other Vehicle Parts Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. Responses should be emailed to the given address by the specified closing date. This RFI serves as a preliminary inquiry to assess capable vendors before a potential solicitation may follow, and any updates will be shared on sam.gov.
    The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for the installation of a snowplow on a 2019 Kenworth T270 Dump Truck located at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station. The RFP details the specific requirements for the snowplow, including a 10-foot long blade capable of angling left and right, as well as raising and lowering operations through a hydraulic system. Additionally, a plow mount must be provided to fit both the truck and the plow, equipped with a light bar, lights, and necessary wiring. The responsibility for all measurements, fittings, and installation rests with the contractor, with the customer being exempt from any installation tasks. This request emphasizes the need for specialized equipment to enhance snow removal capabilities for local government operations.
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