The Minnesota Valley NWR – Rapids Lake Shop is seeking proposals for the installation of a 2-post, 20,000 lb capacity automotive lift. The project includes the installation of a Rotary Sp020-TA Lift or approved equal, complete with specific features like 3-stage TRIO™ arms and ALI/ETL GOLD Safety Certification. It also requires the partial decommissioning and cement capping of an existing SmartLift, and the new lift's installation in the same bay. Key requirements include adherence to quality assurance standards, a 2-year extended correction period, and a manufacturer's warranty covering 5-years structural, 2-years part components, and 1-year labor. Submittals for shop drawings, product data, installation instructions, operation, and maintenance data are mandatory. The installer must be an authorized company with at least three years of documented experience.
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This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) 140FS226Q0004 is a 100% Total Small Business set-aside, firm-fixed price contract for the purchase, delivery, and installation of a 20,000-lb capacity Rotary SPO20-TA/SPO20N0T0-BL 2-post above-ground automotive lift (or equal) at the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge in Bloomington, MN. The solicitation specifies adherence to OSHA Standards, manufacturer guidelines, and local building codes, requiring fully ALI/ETL-certified lifts. Quotes will be evaluated based on "Best Value," considering technical expertise, pricing, delivery/installation schedule, and past performance. The period of performance is from January 12, 2026, to March 11, 2026, with a quote submission deadline of December 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. Invoices must be submitted electronically via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The document also outlines various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and provisions applicable to the contract, including those related to small business concerns, labor standards, and electronic payments.