USFWS - Walk In Seed Coolers - Iowa
ID: 140F1B24Q0044Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICEFWS CONSTRUCTION & A/E - BIL/DISASTERFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT (4110)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/395b66e688574e72a8a3ae37096db928/view
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    The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is seeking quotes for the procurement of two walk-in seed coolers to be delivered to the Fergus Falls and Morris Wildlife Management Districts in Minnesota. The requirement includes specific technical specifications regarding dimensions, insulation, and power supply, with an anticipated delivery date of November 30, 2024. This procurement is part of a total small business set-aside initiative, emphasizing the importance of small business participation in government contracting. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by September 21, 2024, to Thomas Ikner at thomas_ikner@fws.gov, and must be registered as active vendors in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award consideration.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ikner, Thomas
    (000) 000-0000
    thomas_ikner@fws.gov
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    Sol_140F1B24Q0044.pdf
    The solicitation 140F1B24Q0044 issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) seeks quotes for two walk-in seed coolers to be delivered to specific locations in Minnesota. This is a small business set-aside request, emphasizing total small business participation, under the procedures outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The RFQ requires potential vendors to provide quotations for one cooler each for the Fergus Falls and Morris Wildlife Management Districts, with specifications detailing dimensions, insulation, power supply, and other installation requirements. The expected delivery date is November 30, 2024. Vendors must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their quotes by September 21, 2024. The award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer, ensuring compliance with technical specifications. The solicitation includes mandatory provisions and clauses related to small business contracting, labor standards, and supply chain security. This document underscores the government's initiative to procure necessary equipment through a competitive bidding process while supporting small businesses and maintaining regulatory compliance.
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