Trail Dozer EN9512 Combined Synopsis-RFQ
ID: 1240LS24Q0096Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 7Ogden, UT, 844012310, 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/c93e166909634c2288d884bca518e4ed/view
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    Description

    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service (FS), is seeking quotations for a Trail Dozer under Solicitation Number 1240LS24Q0096, specifically designated for small businesses. The procurement requires a Trail Dozer that meets detailed specifications, including an EPA Tier 4 engine and various operational features necessary for maintaining forest trails. This equipment is crucial for the management and upkeep of the Manti-LaSal National Forest in Utah, ensuring safe and accessible trails for public use. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by September 10, 2024, and ensure delivery by April 1, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Whit Fausett at arlen.fausett@usda.gov.

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    Whit Fausett
    arlen.fausett@usda.gov
    Whit Fausett
    arlen.fausett@usda.gov
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    1240LS24Q0096 Trail Dozer EN 9512 Combined Synopsis-RFQ Amendment 002 SF30.pdf
    This document outlines the protocol for acknowledging an amendment to a government solicitation. Offers must confirm receipt of the amendment before the specified deadline through various methods, including returning completed forms or utilizing separate letters referencing the solicitation. Failure to acknowledge may lead to rejection of the offer. Additionally, if changes to a previously submitted offer are necessary due to this amendment, such modifications must also be communicated before the deadline. The amendment, identified as Amendment 002, serves primarily to answer a query about the solicitation, with all other conditions remaining unchanged. The primary question addressed is whether the trade-in item is operational, to which the answer is affirmative. The document is organized systematically, detailing standard procedures and requirements for contractors participating in solicitations. It reflects the federal government’s structured approach to procurements and contract modifications, underscoring the importance of timely and proper communication throughout the bidding process.
    1240LS24Q0096 Trail Dozer EN9512 Combined Synopsis-RFQ.pdf
    The USDA's Forest Service has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under Solicitation Number 1240LS24Q0096 for a Trail Dozer with specific operational requirements to maintain forest trails. This procurement is exclusively reserved for small businesses, with the relevant NAICS code being 333120. Key items outlined include the Trail Dozer with essential features such as an EPA Tier 4 engine, various specifications for blade and rippers, and additional components like a hydraulic winch. Quotes must be submitted by September 10, 2024, and include detailed company information and the ability to deliver by April 1, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical capability, delivery timeline, past performance, and price, where the combination of technical and performance metrics is weighted equally against cost. This solicitation reflects the government’s continued effort to procure specialized equipment while supporting small business participation in federal contracts, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation standards.
    1240LS24Q0096 Trail Dozer EN9512 Combined Synopsis-RFQ Amendment 001 SF30.pdf
    This government document pertains to the amendment of a solicitation that outlines the requirements for contractors to acknowledge receipt of the amendment before the specified deadline. The document details how contractors can confirm their acknowledgment through different methods, including returning completed items or via electronic communication. Failure to acknowledge by the deadline may lead to rejection of the offer. Moreover, if a contractor wishes to modify an existing offer due to this amendment, it must also be communicated appropriately. The amendment specifies that it provides photographs related to a trade-in, with no other terms or conditions changed. The issued date, along with the necessary administrative details for the procurement that pertains to the amendment, are also documented. This reflects the structured protocol involved in government procurement processes for transparency and compliance in federal requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants.
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