GRD Cargo Van Upfit
ID: 1240BF25Q0004Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA NORTHWEST 4Portland, OR, 972042829, USA

NAICS

Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance (811121)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS VEHICULAR COMPONENTS (2590)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8134cc6ff0974036b030c3fcbe61f619/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide upfitting services for a government-owned 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van. The project involves furnishing and installing insulation, shelving units, and workbench items to create a mobile workstation for the Glacier Ranger District in Alaska, enhancing operational efficiency for maintenance tasks. This initiative is crucial for optimizing facility maintenance within national forests and ensuring compliance with government standards. Interested vendors must submit their quotes electronically by January 17, 2025, and can contact Veronica Lamboy Santana at Veronica.LamboySantana@usda.gov or Raymond Padgett III at raymond.padgett@usda.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Veronica Lamboy Santana
    Veronica.LamboySantana@usda.gov
    Raymond Padgett III
    raymond.padgett@usda.gov
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    1240BF25Q0004 CSS for GRD Cargo Van Upfit.pdf
    The document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the USDA Forest Service, soliciting quotes for the upfit of a government-owned Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van. This small business set-aside contract, identified by solicitation number 1240BF25Q0004, requires contractors to provide insulation, shelving units, and workbench items as detailed in the provided specifications. The contract follows the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and offers are to include technical capability, past performance, and pricing aligned with the provided Schedule of Items and Price Sheet. The submission deadline is January 17, 2025, with all offers required to be submitted electronically. Offerors must have active registrations in the System for Award Management (SAM) and ensure their representations and certifications are current. Evaluation criteria emphasize technical capability, the relevance of past performance, and price reasonableness. Key evaluation factors include compliance with specifications related to salient characteristics, delivery, and warranty, alongside a focus on recent and relevant past performance, all essential for selecting the most advantageous offer to the government. The solicitation reinforces a commitment to fairness and transparency in the procurement process, ensuring thorough evaluations of submitted offers to fulfill the government’s needs efficiently.
    Attachment 1 - Product Specifications.pdf
    The document outlines a supply buy contract for the upfitting of a government-owned 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Cargo Van to serve as a mobile workstation for the Forest Service Glacier Ranger District in Alaska. The project focuses on installing an insulated wall liner kit, shelving units, and workbench items to enhance storage and efficiency for maintenance tasks. Key specifications include insulation designed to minimize condensation and shelving capable of accommodating specific organizers. Delivery of the upfitted van is required by March 31, 2025, and must comply with all government standards upon inspection. The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed Price Supply Agreement, ensuring all items come with a one-year manufacturer's warranty. The document emphasizes the importance of compliance during delivery, inspection, invoicing, and payment processes while highlighting the government's tax-exempt status for such purchases. This initiative reflects the government's effort to optimize operational efficiency in facility maintenance within national forests.
    Attachment 2 - Schedule of Items and Price Sheet.xlsx
    The GRD Cargo Van Upfit document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for the upfitting of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 144” Wheelbase Cargo Van. It details three main components: the upfitting of the vehicle, shipping costs from Anchorage, AK to the contractor's facility, and return shipping to Anchorage. Bidders are instructed to only complete the yellow-highlighted cells in the bid sheet, which will automatically calculate totals. The document emphasizes maintaining the formulas within the spreadsheet unchanged, highlighting the structured nature of the procurement process. The RFP serves the purpose of identifying qualified vendors to fulfill specific federal requirements related to vehicle customization and logistics. Overall, this document reflects adherence to formal federal contracting protocols and helps ensure a competitive bidding environment for the provision of goods and services necessary for government operations.
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