CA-Coleman Fish Hatchery - FISH TRAILER
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. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting quotes for two (2) 3,000-gallon single-axle semi-trailers for live fish transportation at the Coleman National Fish Hatchery in California. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks specialized trailers to ensure fish health during transport within the Sacramento River watershed. Quotes are due March 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two 3,000-gallon oval barrel trailers, constructed from 12-gauge T-304 2B stainless steel, capable of highway and unimproved road use in California. These trailers must incorporate specialized features for aeration, oxygenation, and temperature control, maintaining water temperature within +/- 3°F of target values despite ambient conditions ranging from 30°F to 115°F. The system must safely transport live fish, from fry to adult broodstock (up to 50+ pounds each), for durations of 5 or more hours, minimizing physiological stress and preventing mortality. Detailed specifications for insulation, manholes, venting, ladders, walkways, DOT-compliant lighting, plumbing, and electrical systems are provided.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Commercial Products Contract
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 332420, 750 employees)
- Published: February 26, 2026
- Questions Due: March 8, 2026, 10:00 AM PT (3 days prior to closing)
- Quotes Due: March 11, 2026, 10:00 AM PT
- Period of Performance: March 16, 2026, to March 15, 2027
- Delivery: By December 31, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Request for Quote (RFQ). Offerors must submit quotes in two parts: a non-price section and a price section. The non-price section must demonstrate Technical Acceptability, including past performance and prior experience producing similar 3,000-gallon live fish trailers that safely transport various fish sizes under stringent conditions. The price section requires a completed price schedule. Evaluation will be based on the Lowest Evaluated Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), with tradeoffs not permitted. Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30 of the solicitation.
Additional Notes
The solicitation number is 140F0S26Q0019. Inquiries should be directed to Robert Sung at robert_sung@fws.gov with "140F0S26Q0019 – Fish Trailer" in the subject line. Relevant FAR clauses (52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-5) and a Statement of Work (SOW) are attached to the solicitation documents.