38--Compact Track Loader w/ Attachments, Shaw AFB, SC

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains various contract clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference or in full text into the contract. It outlines terms and conditions, representations, certifications, and other requirements that offerors must adhere to when submitting a proposal and if awarded the contract.

• Contract Terms and Conditions: Includes FAR clauses such as 52.212-4 (Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services) and 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders – Commercial Products and Commercial Services).
• Incorporated Clauses: Many clauses are incorporated by reference, meaning their full text is not provided but they are legally binding. Offerors can access these clauses electronically via the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) website.
• Specific Requirements: Details specific requirements related to electronic invoicing (IPP), reporting of biobased products, prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and services, and various other statutory and executive order implementations.
• Instructions to Offerors: Includes 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and addenda, outlining how proposals should be structured, including separate parts for Price Proposal and Technical/Past Performance Information. It also details evaluation factors such as Technical/Management Approach, Past Performance, and Key Personnel.
• Evaluation Criteria: Specifies that the award will be made on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, with evaluation factors including Technical, Past Performance, and Price.
• Representations and Certifications: Requires offerors to complete various representations and certifications, including those related to small business status, veteran-owned status, Buy American Act, Trade Agreements, and prohibitions related to Iran and telecommunications equipment.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the legal and contractual framework of the solicitation. Offerors must carefully review all incorporated clauses, provisions, and addenda to ensure their proposals meet all requirements, including technical, past performance, pricing, and compliance. Failure to adhere to these terms and conditions may result in an offer being deemed ineligible for award. Specific attention should be paid to submission instructions, evaluation criteria, and all required representations and certifications.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Notice of Intent (NOI) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to award a sole source, firm-fixed priced contract to Caterpillar Inc. for the Compact Track Loader w/ Forestry attachments (CAT 275XE). This action is for commercial services under NAICS code 333120 and will be awarded under FAR 13.501(a)(b), Simplified Acquisition procedures.

This notice is not a request for quotes. However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement demonstrating why competition would be advantageous to the Government. The FWS intends to award this contract to Caterpillar Inc. due to their superior hydraulic cooler, operator controls, and service/support, which are critical for minimizing downtime during fire operations. Standardization with existing equipment within the Wildland Fire Branch is also cited as a benefit for safer operation and reduced delays. Responses to this notice will be used to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.

• Action: Notice of Intent (NOI) for sole source award.
• Item: Compact Track Loader w/ Forestry attachments (CAT 275XE).
• Agency: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS).
• Contracting Authority: FAR 13.501(a)(b), Simplified Acquisition.
• Capability Statement Submission: Responsible sources may submit a capability statement.
• Deadline for Capability Statements: Monday, 5/18/2026, no later than 2:00 PM EDT.
• Contact: Fred Riley (fred_riley@fws.gov). Please include "Notice of Intent Capability Statement Submission - DOIFFBO260076" in the email subject line.
• Note: Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document details the "Salient Characteristics" for a Skid Steer (CTL) Plus, including specific engine, operating, weight, dimension, service refill, and power train specifications. It also lists "Attachments and Other Specifications Needed" for the equipment, along with delivery information and points of contact.

• Engine: Minimum 122hp Gross Power (SAE J1995), 120hp Net Power (ISO).
• Operating Specifications: Rated Operating Capacities (35% Tipping Load: 4205 lbs, 50% Tipping Load: 4033 lbs), Breakout Forces, Ground Pressure.
• Weights: Operating Weight 12705 lbs.
• Dimensions: Various measurements including clearance, height, length, and width.
• Service Refill Capacities: Details for cooling system, engine crankcase, fuel tank, hydraulic system, and DEF tank.
• Power Train: Travel speeds for one and two-speed options.
• Hydraulic System: Specifications for pressure, flow, and hydraulic power.
• Attachments and Other Specifications Needed: Includes owner/operating manuals, parts manual, fire extinguisher, warranty (5 years/2000 hrs), and specific "LM2 Land Management Package" components (e.g., increased fuel capacity, turbo guard, exhaust stack wrap, etc.). A list of optional attachments with part numbers is also provided (e.g., Mulcher, Power Box Rake, Forks, Bucket).

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the precise technical specifications and required configurations of the Skid Steer (CTL) Plus. It outlines the minimum performance standards, dimensions, capacities, and essential attachments that must be met or provided. The delivery location and points of contact are also provided for logistical and communication purposes.