USDA Forest Service Flathead National Forest Portable Toilets
ID: 1284LM25Q0021Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 2Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Septic Tank and Related Services (562991)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- TOILETRIES (W085)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide portable toilet services at various recreation and administrative sites within the Hungry Horse-Glacier View Ranger District in Montana. The contractor will be responsible for the delivery, placement, regular servicing, and pickup of portable toilets at specified locations, including Blankenship Bridge, West Glacier River Access, Abbot Bay Boat Launch, and Essex River Access, with an optional site at Flossy Bay. This procurement aims to enhance public access to sanitary facilities in popular outdoor areas, thereby improving visitor experience and safety. Interested contractors must submit their proposals, including a technical and price proposal, by April 14, 2025, and can direct any inquiries to Buffy Kittleson at buffy.kittleson@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Buffy Kittleson
    buffy.kittleson@usda.gov
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    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a federal procurement set aside for small businesses, specifically pertaining to the rental and delivery of camping units at various outdoor sites in Montana. The solicitation encompasses a base year and four optional years, detailing specifications for services rendered at locations such as West Glacier River Access, Essex River Access, and Blankenship Dispersed Camping Area, among others. Each item specifies quantities, pricing structures, and the need for weekly servicing. The contractor must provide a technical proposal, including past performance and technical capability, alongside a price proposal that covers all line items. The evaluation process emphasizes technical merit and past performance alongside pricing. Key administrative details include the necessity for registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), proposal submission guidelines, and a comprehensive outline of terms and conditions related to federal contracting. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to involving small businesses in service contracts, aiming to improve public access to camping facilities while adhering to federal procurement regulations.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide portable toilet services on the Hungry Horse-Glacier View Ranger District across various recreation and administrative sites. The contractor is responsible for all labor, supplies, materials, and transportation. Specific locations include Blankenship Bridge, West Glacier River Access Site, Abbot Bay Boat Launch, and Essex River Access Site, with an optional site at Flossy Bay. The contract stipulates the number of units, service frequency, and operational dates: Blankenship Bridge requires six units serviced weekly from June 15 to September 15, while the West Glacier site requires two units with one ADA-accessible unit serviced weekly from May 27 to September 27. The Abbot Bay and Essex River sites require fewer units serviced bi-weekly for a specified duration. The document emphasizes the contractor's responsibility for placement at designated locations, as illustrated in attached maps. The SOW reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring sanitary facilities at popular outdoor sites, enhancing visitor experience and safety.
    The document outlines the locations and facilities for river access and dispersed camping areas in Essex, Montana, in conjunction with portable toilet placements. Key sites include the Essex River Access, the Blankenship Bridge area, and Flossy Bay. Each location is specified with its geographic coordinates and details approximately how many portable toilets are provided—four toilets in the Blankenship Bridge area and two toilets at West Glacier River Access. The Flossy Bay site is noted for its steep access road, which begins at a designated marker along the Westside Hungry Horse Reservoir Road. This document serves as a practical guide for managing environmental and recreational facilities, likely in response to government RFPs or grants aimed at enhancing public access to outdoor resources while ensuring sanitary facilities are available for visitors. Overall, the emphasis is on promoting safe and convenient outdoor recreation while addressing public health needs.
    The USDA Forest Service Experience Questionnaire is a document designed to collect essential information from contractors bidding on government projects. It aims to assess the contractor's qualifications, including their experience in similar work, financial commitments, and available resources. Key sections include detailed inquiries about the contractor's business structure, years of experience, past project completions, and any concurrent contractual commitments. It also asks whether the contractor has faced performance issues, such as completing work under a bond. Additional information regarding principal individuals' qualifications and available employees and equipment is requested to evaluate their capacity for the project. The document concludes with a certification statement that affirms the accuracy of the provided information. This questionnaire is a critical component of the RFP process as it helps the Forest Service determine the most capable contractors for fulfilling its project requirements.
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