On-Ramp Additional Contractors for Coeur d’Alene Nursery BPA
ID: 1284LL25Q0009Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 1Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local (484220)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MOTOR FREIGHT (V112)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/93b7c33ce4344e41abcfc70538bda982/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking qualified small businesses to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for dedicated refrigerated transportation services for the Coeur d'Alene Nursery in Idaho. The procurement aims to award up to three BPAs to contractors who can provide refrigerated vehicles that maintain specific temperature ranges, ensure effective communication during transport, and adhere to strict loading and delivery protocols for sensitive plant materials. This service is crucial for the safe and timely delivery of live plant materials, particularly during the spring and fall planting seasons, and the BPA will span five years. Interested contractors should contact Shawn Trout at shawn.trout@usda.gov or call 802-613-7644 for further details and to submit their proposals, which will be evaluated based on past performance and pricing.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shawn Trout
    (802) 613-7644
    shawn.trout@usda.gov
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    CSS 1284LL25Q0009 Coeur dAlene Nursery.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for dedicated refrigerated transportation services for the Coeur d'Alene Nursery operated by the U.S. Forest Service. The procurement is set aside for small businesses and seeks to award up to three BPAs following the set evaluation criteria related to method, past performance, and pricing. Key requirements include providing refrigerated vehicles within specific temperature ranges, maintaining communication throughout the transportation process, and adhering to strict loading and delivery protocols for sensitive plant materials. The BPA spans five years, with deliveries primarily occurring during spring and fall planting seasons. The contractor also bears the responsibility of documentation and compliance with federal regulations, ensuring the safe transport of live plant materials. Invoices for services must be submitted monthly and must detail all deliveries. The government retains the right to modify the BPA or implement on-ramp/off-ramp procedures based on contractor performance. Overall, this RFQ emphasizes the importance of maintaining plant material integrity and timely service delivery.
    Experience Questionnire.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service’s Experience Questionnaire is designed for contractors submitting proposals for projects. It requests essential information about the contractor’s business structure, years of relevant experience, and project history. Key sections include details on past projects completed, current contractual commitments, employee and equipment availability, and the experience of principal individuals involved in the contract. Contractors must certify the accuracy of their provided statements and can space out their responses in designated areas. This document’s goal is to evaluate a contractor’s capability to successfully complete the required project by gathering comprehensive data on their qualifications, performance history, and resources. The Questionnaire is structured to facilitate a thorough assessment, ensuring the selected contractor meets the necessary standards for federal projects. It reflects the federal government’s commitment to an informed procurement process, emphasizing accountability and reliability in selecting contractors for project execution.
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