Purchase and installation of CSM 242-G-NC Greensand Filter

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) by the USDA Forest Service (Solicitation Number 12444026Q0081) seeks bids for the purchase and installation of a CSM 242-G-NC Greensand Filter at Beartree Campground Well #3 in Damascus, VA. The acquisition is a firm-fixed-price contract awarded based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer. Key requirements include adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and United States Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses, particularly regarding anti-discrimination, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) compliance, contract closeout procedures, and personal identity verification for contractor employees. Offers for "brand name or equal" products must meet specified characteristics. The offer due date is May 21, 2026, at 0900 ET, with a period of performance from May 25, 2026, to June 30, 2026. The solicitation emphasizes clear identification and support for any proposed Order-Level Materials (OLMs).

The USDA Forest Service is seeking a vendor to purchase and install a CSM 242-G-NC Greensand Filter for the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area in Damascus, VA. The project involves installing a 24-inch steel tank with 6.5 ft³ of Greensand Plus iron/manganese removal media, including specific flow rates, inlet/outlet sizes, and a separate source backwash kit. The vendor will be responsible for breaking up and disposing of existing mineral deposits, potentially requiring heavy machinery and vac truck services. The period of performance is from May 25, 2026, to June 30, 2026, with delivery expected within 14 days ARO. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 0800-1700 Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays. This is a solicitation for a Firm-Fixed Price Contract, and key vendor information, including SAM.GOV UEI, will be required.

This government Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the installation of a CSM 242-G-NC Greensand Filter at the Day Use Area in Beartree Campground, Damascus, VA. The vendor is responsible for providing all necessary supervision, labor, equipment, tools, and supplies. The scope of work includes installing a 24-inch steel tank with Greensand plus iron/manganese removal media, specific inlet/outlet configurations, a drain, and a separate source backwash kit. The document details work hours (Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM), the service location's coordinates, and critical resource protection measures for streams, lakes, reservoirs, trails, and roads. Technical requirements mandate the contractor to furnish insurance, comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, and adhere to OSHA and MUTCD guidelines for safety and traffic control. Payment will be made in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act, with a not-to-exceed amount. The government will appoint a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to oversee inspections and ensure compliance, with the contractor responsible for initial customer complaint validation. The Service Contract Act applies, and the government is not liable for equipment loss or damage unless due to negligent acts of government employees.