Mini Excavator for Plumas National Forest
ID: 127EAS24Q0070Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 2Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, USA

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

PSC

EARTH MOVING AND EXCAVATING EQUIPMENT (3805)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/636ae12cc14b45e594519e82185fb61d/view
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    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Mini Excavator weighing no more than 4,500 lbs for use in the Plumas National Forest. The requirements include specific attachments such as a 10” bucket, thumb, and a 9” auger, which are essential for forestry operations. This procurement reflects the government's commitment to enhancing its equipment capabilities while promoting small business participation, as the solicitation is set aside for small businesses under the NAICS code 336991. Interested parties must submit their proposals, including technical and price details, by September 23, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Aileen Fleming at aileen.fleming@usda.gov.

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    Aileen Fleming
    aileen.fleming@usda.gov
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    Solicitation 127EAS24Q0070.pdf
    The U.S. Forest Service is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a Mini Excavator under 4500 lbs for the Plumas National Forest, with specific attachment requirements including a 10” bucket, thumb, and a 9” auger. The solicitation, identified by Solicitation Number 127EAS24Q0070, is set aside for small businesses under the NAICS code 336991. Offerors must provide a complete technical proposal, price proposal, and necessary representations and certifications. Proposals should detail past performance, technical capability, and pricing, including delivery and unloading fees, with an emphasis on adherence to guidelines set forth by the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The deadline for submission is September 23, 2024. The chosen contractor will be responsible for delivering the equipment to a designated location within 30 days of award. This RFP reflects government efforts to procure essential equipment for forestry operations while emphasizing small business participation and regulatory compliance in procurement processes.
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