38--WY GL Backhoe
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation is conducting market research through a Special Notice (Sources Sought) for the purchase of a backhoe for its Wyoming Area Office (WYAO) in Mills, WY. This notice aims to identify qualified small businesses capable of supplying specific earth-moving equipment for government maintenance of access roads. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. Responses are due March 4, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a new backhoe with specific features, including:
- Base Models: Equivalent to Caterpillar 420, John Deere 310 P-Tier, Case 580 Super N, or New Holland B95D.
- Engine: Minimum 91HP at 2,200 rpm, with automatic speed control, electronic control, and intercooled turbo.
- Hydraulic System: Load sensing, oil cooler, and Quick Coupler Ready.
- Transmission: 4-speed powershift.
- Cab & Features: Deluxe Cab, ROPS/FOPS canopy, Cold Weather Package (additional battery, engine block heater, antifreeze, cold weather fuel, ether bottle mounting), and Extendable Stick.
- Attachments: MP Bucket 0.96 m3/1.25 yd3 with forks, and a 24" MP Bucket.
- Performance: Maximum dig depth of 14' 0". The backhoe will be used for maintaining approximately 15 miles of access roads to prevent erosion and rockfall.
Contract & Timeline
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Delivery: Within 30 days of manufactured completion, but no later than August 3, 2026, to WYAO in Mills, WY.
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, 3:00 PM MST.
- Published: February 18, 2026.
Eligibility & Submission
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The government is seeking responses from various small business categories, including 8(a), woman-owned, HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, and Indian small business economic enterprises.
- NAICS Code: 333120 - Construction Machinery Manufacturing.
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees. Interested businesses should submit a capability statement along with their business profile via email to soakes@usbr.gov and mhirsch@usbr.gov.
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research and advanced planning. No proposals or quotes will be accepted, and no contract will be awarded as a result of this notice. Telephonic inquiries are not accepted, and costs incurred for responding will not be reimbursed. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.