38--COMPACT MINI EXCAVATOR

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of a Compact Mini Excavator IAW with Attachment 1 Specifications. The product/service code is 3805, and the description is EARTH MOVING AND EXCAVATING EQUIPMENT.

• One (1) Compact Mini Excavator with Attachment 1 Specifications.

• The contract is administered by the USGS OAG RESTON ACQUISITION BRANCH.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• The solicitation issue date is 02/03/2026.

• The offer due date is 02/11/2026 at 1700 EST.

• Offers are to be submitted to the office specified in the solicitation.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses and provisions relevant to commercial products and services, including evaluation criteria based on Technical and Price.

• This acquisition is set aside for SMALL BUSINESS (100.00%).

• The NAICS code is 333120 with a size standard of 1,250 employees.

• For questions, contact Mindie Dixon at mdixon@usgs.gov.

• The document includes a list of attachments: Specifications (dated 02/02/2026) and Instructions To Offerors Attachment 2 (dated 02/03/2026).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for offerors on how to prepare and submit their proposals in response to the solicitation. It details the required format, content, and submission method for a complete and evaluable offer.

• Submission Deadline: Offers must be submitted by the due date and time specified on SF1449 block 8.
• Submission Method: One (1) electronic copy to be submitted to Mindie Dixon at mdixon@usgs.gov.
• Required Tabs:
  • Tab A – Offer Form (Standard Form 1449): Must include original signature and date, Contract Administration Data, UEI, and acknowledgement of solicitation amendments.
  • Tab B – Pricing: Requires itemized quotes with unit prices and extended amounts on the SF 1449.
  • Tab C – Compliance Forms: Include completed copies of FAR 52.212-3 and 52.204-24 (if not updated in SAM.gov), and FAR 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate.
  • Tab D – Evaluation Factor Responses: Address Technical Capability, limited to 3 pages. This section requires technical documentation, product identification (brand name, manufacturer, model number), compliance with salient characteristics, a Capabilities Statement addressing the SOW, and relevant documentation if an authorized distributor/reseller.

Failure to provide the listed items as Tabs A, B, C, and D may result in an incomplete offer, which will not be evaluated. Bidders must carefully follow these instructions to ensure their offer is complete and responsive to the solicitation requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Columbia Environmental Research Center's (CERC) requirement for the procurement of one compact (mini) excavator. The excavator is needed for ongoing maintenance and repair of the facility's 32 research ponds.

• Furnish one compact excavator meeting specific technical requirements.

• Technical Specifications:

  • Minimum dig depth: 13 feet
  • Minimum horsepower: 45 HP
  • Rubber tracks
  • Climate-controlled enclosed cab
  • Quick-change adapter for attachments
  • Angle blade and hydraulic thumb
  • Bucket options: Minimum 13-inch, Maximum 30-inch

• Delivery Schedule: Within five (5) calendar days after Notice to Proceed, a written delivery schedule must be submitted to the USGS Technical Liaison.

• Site Coordination: Work must not interfere with ongoing operations; coordination with the Facility Manager and Technical Liaison is required.

• Inspection & Acceptance: USGS will inspect and approve all materials and workmanship. Final acceptance is on-site.

• Compliance: Adherence to all Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations is mandatory.

• Safety & Environmental: Implementation of accident prevention measures and adherence to green acquisition principles are required.

• The document specifies the agency as the Department of the Interior (DOI), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Columbia Environmental Research Center (CERC).

• The attached document is named 'Specifications.docx'.