38--ND-ARROWWOOD NWR- MINI TRACK LOADER

This document is an amendment to Solicitation Number 140FS226Q0102 for the procurement of one (1) Mini Track Loader for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service/Arrowwood NWR in Pingree, ND. The amendment, 002, introduces an optional trade-in of existing equipment as part of the resulting award and adds trade-in acceptance to the evaluation criteria. The solicitation is a 100% Total Small Business set-aside, firm-fixed price contract. Offerors may submit quotes for a brand name or equal to a Bobcat MT100, adhering to salient characteristics. Quotes must be submitted on company letterhead, itemizing new equipment details, delivery/shipping costs, estimated lead time, and trade-in allowance. Required documents include operator/user manuals, maintenance manuals, warranty documentation, parts lists, and safety certifications. Evaluation will be based on Best Value, considering technical acceptability, competitive pricing, delivery schedule, trade-in acceptance, and past performance. Quotes and questions are due by May 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST, via email to khalilah_brown@fws.gov. The period of performance is from May 21, 2026, to September 7, 2026.

The provided government file describes a 2014 Bobcat 5600 Toolcat, SN: AHG811652, with 1532 hours. Key details include a necessary ECU replacement due to a warning light, a minor hydraulic leak on the quick-tach, and the recent replacement of two NOX sensors. This information is relevant for potential federal or state/local government RFPs concerning equipment maintenance, repair, or procurement, highlighting the current operational status and required repairs of the specific vehicle.

This government solicitation, 140FS226Q0102, is a 100% Total Small Business set-aside, firm-fixed price contract for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service/Arrowwood NWR in Pingree, ND. The purpose is to procure and deliver one Mini Track Loader, equivalent to a Bobcat MT100, by September 7, 2026. Quotes, due by May 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST, must be submitted via email to khalilah_brown@fws.gov. Offers will be evaluated based on 'Best Value – Comparative Evaluation,' considering technical acceptability (meeting specifications, delivery, warranty, and regulatory compliance), past performance, and price. Technical acceptability and past performance are significantly more important than price. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The document includes various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, such as those related to sustainable products and services, the Buy American Act, and a new clause addressing racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities, which federal contractors are prohibited from engaging in.

Arrowwood NWR is soliciting bids for one new 2025 or newer Mini Track Loader, specifically a Bobcat MT100 or equivalent. The required specifications include a minimum 24.8hp engine, 9.8-inch wide tracks, a 1000lb rated operating capacity, and an operating weight of 3390lbs. Key features must include a fuel gauge, hour meter, fully hydrostatic rubber track drive, lift arm support, Bob-Tach attachment system, and built-in tie-down locations. The bid package requires a trade-in, and the delivery address is Arrowwood NWR, 7780 10th St Se Pingree, ND 58476. This request details precise equipment requirements for operational needs at the refuge.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting quotes for the procurement and delivery of one Mini Track Loader with a standard bucket for the Arrowwood NWR in Pingree, ND. This is a 100% Total Small Business set-aside, firm-fixed price contract. Offerors may submit quotes for a brand name or equal to Bobcat MT100, ensuring to clearly identify the make and model. Quotes must be submitted on company letterhead, itemizing equipment details, delivery/shipping costs, estimated lead time, and any trade-in allowance. Required documentation includes operator/maintenance manuals, warranty information, parts lists, technical specifications, manufacturer contact, and safety certifications. Evaluation will be based on Best Value, considering technical acceptability, competitive pricing and delivery, trade-in acceptance, and past performance. Quotes and questions must be emailed to khalilah_brown@fws.gov by May 18, 2026, at 9:00 am EST. The period of performance is from May 21, 2026, to September 7, 2026.