Brand Name or Equal Mercury BOAT MOTOR
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of Interior, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) 140G0226Q0062 for a Brand Name or Equal Mercury 115 ELPTO 4-Stroke Motor. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 26, 2026, 12:00 PM MDT.
Scope of Work
The USGS requires one (1) Mercury 115 ELPTO 4-Stroke Motor or an equivalent. Key salient characteristics include:
- 115 HP Outboard Motor
- Command thrust lower unit
- Prop driven
- Remote Steering
- Power Trim
- Electronic Fuel Injection
- Shaft Length of 20 Inches
- Electric Start The product/service code is 2805 (Gasoline Reciprocating Engines, Except Aircraft; And Components). Delivery is required by August 17, 2026, to the USGS Central Midwest Water Science Center in Rolla, MO.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items, following FAR Part 12 and FAR 13.5 simplified procedures.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing)
- Quote Submission Deadline: June 26, 2026, 12:00 PM MDT
- Delivery Deadline: August 17, 2026
- Published Date: June 10, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. Quotes must include technical brochures or specifications to demonstrate that the proposed equipment meets or exceeds the listed minimum characteristics. Only authentic, manufacturer-certified/warranted products in original packaging will be considered. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Additional Notes
All questions and quotes must be emailed to Kekila Keuma at Kekila_Keuma@ios.doi.gov. Quotes should include the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), prices by line item, and shipping costs. The government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.