Transportable Cooler Trailer
ID: 12639524Q0290Type: Solicitation
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICEMRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MNMINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401, USA

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Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415)

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TRAILERS (2330)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is soliciting quotes for a transportable cooler trailer to support its Wildlife Services program in Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. The procurement requires a Polar King H612T or equivalent cooler trailer that can maintain a temperature of 35°F, with dimensions of 6'X12', and the capacity to hold up to 50 whole deer for meat distribution to charities. This initiative is crucial for wildlife management efforts in the region, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while promoting economic opportunities for small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and women-owned entities. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 16, 2024, including a signed SF1449 form and relevant technical information, and can direct inquiries to Samantha Johnson at samantha.johnson3@usda.gov or by phone at 612-322-4956.

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    This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the USDA APHIS, identified by solicitation number 12639524Q0290. The RFP serves as a formal solicitation for bids from qualified contractors for specific items or services outlined within the document. Key details include deadlines for submissions, contact information for inquiries, and instructions for completing necessary sections of the offer. A significant amendment pertains to the dimensions of the required item, updating it from “16'X12'” to “6'X12'.” The document outlines terms related to payment, delivery, and compliance with federal regulations, including the incorporation of specific federal acquisition regulations, such as FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-5. The proposal is presented on Standard Form 1449 and emphasizes the federal government’s commitment to engaging with small businesses, including service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and women-owned small businesses. The primary purpose of this RFP is to solicit offers from suppliers to fulfill government requirements while ensuring compliance with procurement guidelines and supporting economic opportunities for diverse business entities.
    The USDA is soliciting quotes for a Polar King H612T or equivalent cooler trailer to support its Wildlife Services program in Maryland, Delaware, and Washington, D.C. This procurement, categorized as a small business set-aside, requires delivery of a transportable cooler that meets specific salient characteristics, including a 35°F capacity, dimensions of 16’X12’, and the ability to hold up to 50 whole deer for meat distribution to charities. Interested vendors must submit quotes by September 16, 2024, including a signed SF1449 form, pricing schedule, technical capability information, and representations and certifications via the System for Award Management (SAM). The selection process will evaluate quotes based on technical capability, pricing, and past performance, allowing for awards to offers other than the lowest-priced. The cooler must be delivered to Annapolis, MD, fully assembled and operational upon arrival. The document underscores the importance of compliance with federal acquisition regulations and procedures, aimed at supporting wildlife management efforts in the region.
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