GOOSENECK TRAILER FOR FWS OVERFLOW NWR
ID: 140FS325Q0026Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS SAT TEAM 3Falls Church, VA, 22041, USA

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Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212)

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TRAILERS (2330)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of the Interior, through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is soliciting quotes for the procurement of a Gooseneck Trailer for the South Arkansas Refuge Complex, specifically for the Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge. The trailer must meet or exceed the specifications of a 2025 Texas Pride Trailers model, including a 25-ft. x 8 ½-ft. Dual Tandem design with a gross combined weight rating of 26,000 lbs, and various safety features. This acquisition is crucial for enhancing operational resources dedicated to wildlife conservation efforts in the region. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by January 14, 2025, and can contact Chantal Bashizi at chantal_bashizi@fws.gov or 703-358-1854 for further information.

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    The government file outlines a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for a Gooseneck Trailer by the FWS (Fish and Wildlife Service) South Arkansas Refuges Complex, designated by request number 140FS325Q0026. The RFQ is issued on January 8, 2025, with a close date of January 14, 2025. It is stated as a firm fixed price and is a small business set-aside, indicating bids are restricted to qualifying small businesses. The specification requires the trailer to be from the Texas Pride Trailers brand or an equivalent, with the quoter needing to provide a Unit of Enterprise Identity (UEI) number, warranty information, and return policy. All quotes should include shipping and handling costs itemized separately and indicate the capacity to deliver within 30 days of award. The Period of Performance for the quoted item is from January 8, 2025, to January 14, 2025. The document emphasizes that the request for information does not obligate the government financially and that all interested parties must demonstrate proper manufacturer authorization for the quoted goods. This RFQ serves to solicit structured bids from authorized vendors while ensuring procurement aligns with government standards and requirements.
    The document outlines the Guidelines for Government Contractors regarding the provision of commercial products and services through federal contracts. It emphasizes that contracts will be awarded to responsible offerors based on best value, considering factors such as price, compliance with specifications, and past performance evaluations. The document lists various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that contractors must adhere to, covering areas such as confidentiality agreements, telecommunications services, fairness in subcontracting practices, and employee rights under labor laws. Additionally, the contractors must comply with specific regulations relating to subcontracting, payment processing through the Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform, and reporting requirements. The document also discusses the conditions under which a contract may be extended and the implications of fund availability for contract performance. Overall, these guidelines aim to ensure that all procurement processes align with federal statutes and support the efficient use of taxpayer resources while upholding accountability and transparency in government contracting.
    The United States Department of the Interior is seeking proposals for the acquisition of a Goose Neck Trailer for the South Arkansas Refuge Complex, specifically for the Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge. The specifications outline that bidders must provide a trailer that meets or exceeds the requirements of a 2025 Texas Pride Trailers model, specifically a 25-ft. x 8 ½-ft. Dual Tandem trailer. Critical specifications include a gross combined weight rating of 26,000 lbs, a 12” I-beam frame, and features such as locking chain boxes, a headache rack, receiver hitch, treated floor, and LED lighting. The trailer must also have safety features like safety chains and a rechargeable breakaway kit, and it should be delivered to the specified location in Parkdale, Arkansas. This acquisition is part of the agency’s commitment to enhancing operational resources for wildlife conservation efforts in the region.
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