Purchase of 2 (two) snowmobiles for the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest

The solicitation 12444626Q0042 is for the procurement of two new Ski Doo Skandic 900 ACE or equivalent snowmobiles for the USDA. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price Contract, with award going to the offeror representing the best value based on price and technical approach. Technical acceptability requires meeting salient characteristics, clear product identification, and sufficient descriptive literature. Delivery is required by December 15, 2026, to the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest in Park Falls, WI. The solicitation includes various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and United States Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses, with particular emphasis on Anti-Discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Compliance, and Unenforceable Supplier Terms. Offerors must have an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration and submit a firm-fixed price quote valid for 90 days, along with required attachments and certifications. Questions are due by May 26, 2026, and offers by June 1, 2026. Protest procedures are outlined, encouraging initial resolution with the Contracting Officer.

The bid specifications outline the procurement of two new Ski-Doo Skandic 900 ACE or equivalent snowmobiles. Key specifications include a 900 Ace 4 Cycle engine, reverse, electric start, a minimum 154-inch track length, a 24-inch wide track, and a minimum 1.5-inch lug height. Required options include a ride-on cover, full wrap-around front bumper, heavy-duty front bumper, 1 ¼-inch front hitch receiver, HD 2500 winch, full body skid plate, heavy-duty hitch rear bumper, 1 ¼-inch multi-mount drawbar, and a J-Hitch. The bid price must include government discounts, setup, accessory installation, and delivery to 1170 4th Ave S, Park Falls, WI 54552. Government sales are tax-exempt and do not require registration. Nate Merk at 715-661-0120 is the contact for specifications.

The document, identified as 12444626Q0042 SNOWMOBILES SOI, is a Purchase Schedule of Items for federal government RFPs. It outlines a requirement for two SKI DOO Skandic LE 900 ACE 24” track snowmobiles, or equivalent models from other manufacturers that meet the provided specifications. Vendors are required to submit a total quote including shipping, along with their company name, UEI information from SAM.gov, and a contact email address. This document serves as a request for quotation, detailing the specific items needed and the information required from potential suppliers.

The USDA Forest Service is issuing Solicitation Number 12444626Q0042, a Request for Proposal (RFP) for two new Ski Doo Skandic 900 ACE or equivalent 24-inch wide track snowmobiles. The acquisition is unrestricted, with NAICS code 336999 and a size standard of 1,000 employees. Offers are due by June 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM CT. The snowmobiles are to be delivered to the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Park Falls, WI, by December 15, 2026, with a performance period from June 15, 2026, to December 15, 2026. Payment and administrative inquiries are handled by USDA-FS CSA EAST 7 in Atlanta, GA.

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This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for two new Ski Doo Skandic 900 ACE or equivalent 24-inch wide track snowmobiles for the USDA Forest Service, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The solicitation number is 12444626Q0042, and the offer due date is June 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM CT. The acquisition is unrestricted with a NAICS code of 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing) and a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The period of performance is from June 15, 2026, to December 15, 2026, with delivery required by December 15, 2026. Payment will be made by USDA-FS CSA EAST 7 in Atlanta, GA. Invoices are to be submitted to the same address. The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.