SNOWMOBILE RENTAL, ANCHORAGE AK
ID: M67861-25-Q-0003Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMFR COMPTROLLERNEW ORLEANS, LA, 70114-1500, USA

NAICS

Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Forces Reserve, is seeking qualified contractors for the rental of eight snowmobiles and six tow-behind sleds for a period of 18 days in Anchorage, Alaska, starting December 1, 2024. The contractor is responsible for providing fully operational machines equipped for extreme cold conditions, along with necessary maintenance and safety equipment, while the government will supply fuel. This procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 532284, with a budget cap of $9 million, emphasizing the importance of small businesses in fulfilling military operational needs. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by November 14, 2024, and can reach out to Larry Traylor at larry.traylor@usmc.mil or SSgt Adam Dillard at adam.dillard@usmc.mil for further inquiries.

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    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Marine Forces Reserve (MFR) for the rental of eight snowmobiles for an 18-day period, commencing December 1, 2024. The contractor must provide fully operational machines equipped with specific features for extreme cold and suitability for towing, along with necessary maintenance and safety equipment. The primary location for the rental service is Anchorage, Alaska. The document specifies that the acquisition is a total small business set-aside, with a budget cap of $9 million under NAICS 532284 for recreational goods rental. Additionally, instructions are given for submission of quotes, emphasizing the deadline of November 13, 2024, and the need for compliance with numerous federal regulations, including technical standards and reporting requirements. Evaluation will focus on technical acceptability, price, and past performance. The RFQ details essential clauses and the submission process, ensuring vendors provide comprehensive documentation and representations as required by federal contracting guidelines. This solicitation demonstrates the government's commitment to leveraging small businesses in fulfilling its operational needs while adhering to federal procurement regulations.
    The Marine Forces Reserve has amended its solicitation for the rental of eight snowmobiles for use in Anchorage, Alaska, from December 1 to December 18, 2024. The new due date for submissions has been extended to November 14, 2024. The solicitation requires the contractor to manage, deliver, and maintain the snowmobiles, with fuel supply being the responsibility of the government. Key questions from potential bidders were addressed, clarifying the need for helmets, block heaters, and heated grips, which are not mandatory. Repairs and maintenance will be performed in Anchorage if necessary, with an emphasis on ensuring the machines are properly serviced beforehand. The amendment underscores the importance of readiness and adaptability in equipment rentals for military operations in remote locations, demonstrating the government's focus on logistical efficiency and contractor accountability in fulfilling operational requirements.
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