Fishlake NF Mini Ex
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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 USDA Forest Service, Fishlake National Forest, is soliciting proposals for a new Mini Excavator (Part Number: EN 9528) to support its Motorized Trail Program. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires a specific model meeting detailed technical specifications for trail maintenance and other tasks. Proposals are due by June 5, 2026, 3:00 PM MST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) new Mini Excavator, specifically Part Number EN 9528, to be used as a multi-purpose tool for maintaining Forest Mountain trails (50-62 inches wide), installing signage and fencing, and performing trail maintenance such as rock removal and recontouring. Key specifications include:
- Roll Over Protection System (ROPS)
- Minimum 21 HP Diesel engine with 6.5 gal fuel capacity
- Max Travel speed 2.7 MPH; Min Travel Speed: 1.8 MPH
- Maximum ground contact pressure of 4.4 PSI
- Front blade, standard rubber tracks, and a boom swing system (65 degrees left / 50 degrees right)
- Maximum track width expanded between 50"-54"
- Required additions: Auxiliary Hydraulic System, quick attach mounting kit, 18" bucket with hydraulic thumb, Hydraulic Rock Breaker Attachment, 12" post hole auger attachment, and an enclosed cab with environmental controls.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Priced Contract
- Product/Service Code: 3805 (Earth Moving And Excavating Equipment)
- NAICS Code: 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) with a 1,250 employee size standard
- Period of Performance: June 5, 2026, to August 31, 2026
- Delivery: F.O.B. destination, required no later than August 31, 2026. Early deliveries are acceptable.
- Place of Performance/Delivery: Fishlake National Forest, Richfield, UT 84701.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: June 1, 2026, 2:00 PM MST
- Proposals Due: June 5, 2026, 3:00 PM MST (1500 MT)
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to adam.koepke@usda.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on:
- Price: Fair and reasonable evaluation.
- Technical Acceptability: Pass/Fail, based on meeting specifications in Attachment 2.
- Past Performance: Rated Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable.
- Award Basis: Lowest-priced, technically acceptable quotation with acceptable or neutral past performance.
- Required Forms: SF-1449 form (boxes 17 and 30a-30c must be signed and dated), Attachment 3 for Quoter's Company Information.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Offerors are not required to meet a qualification requirement to be eligible for award.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Adam Koepke, adam.koepke@usda.gov, 208-712-8218.