AE26 ColdFoot Snowmachines

SOL #: H9229526QE004Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Us Special Operations Command (Ussocom)

SOCNORTH PB

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 80914, United States

Place of Performance

Bettles Field, AK

NAICS

Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

PSC

Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Recreational And Athletic Equipment (W078)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/bea33c2c7496430cafd76cbca3955cde/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 28, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 2, 2026

Submission Deadline

Feb 5, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), specifically SOCNORTH PB, is seeking proposals for the lease of five (5) snowmachines and two (2) trailers to support operations in ColdFoot, Alaska, for the ARCTIC EDGE 26 event. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation set aside for Total Small Businesses. The estimated value of the contract is up to $9,000,000. Offers are due by February 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time (Coldfoot, AK).

Scope of Work

The requirement is for the lease of equipment essential for personnel to conduct operations in and around ColdFoot, Alaska, during the winter season (February 15, 2026, to March 10, 2026). Key deliverables include:

Five (5) commercially manufactured snowmachines: Must be suitable for groomed trails and off-trail deep snow (e.g., Brutals/Shredder equivalent), with electric start, reverse, heated handgrips, and capable of carrying a driver and passenger. Equipment must be fully operational, mechanically sound, and road-worthy.
Two (2) trailers: Capable of transporting the specified snowmachines, in good working order with functional lights, properly inflated tires, and licensed/registered for public highways. The contractor is responsible for all routine and preventative maintenance, ensuring snowmobiles are delivered with a full tank of gasoline, and maintaining adequate insurance for all provided equipment.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
Period of Performance: February 15, 2026, to March 10, 2026
Estimated Value: Up to $9,000,000.00
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Product Service Code: W078 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Recreational And Athletic Equipment)
Place of Performance: In and around ColdFoot, Alaska (Bettles Field, AK 99726)

Submission & Evaluation

Offer Due Date: February 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time (Coldfoot, AK).
Submission Method: Interested vendors shall complete all applicable sections within the attached SF1449.
Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on Price and Conformance with Instructions to Offerors.

Important Notes

The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, with addenda attached.
DFARS clause 252.222-7000 requires personnel performing work in Alaska to be residents thereof and possess necessary skills.
Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Primary Contact: TSgt Ashton Smith (ashton.g.smith.mil@socom.mil, 719-723-6413).
Government POC (SOW): Jake Weimer (Jacob.Weimer@socom.mil, 757-763-3223).