GRTE: SNOWMOBILES PURCHASE
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 Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), specifically Grand Teton National Park (GRTE), is soliciting proposals for the purchase of three (3) new snowmobiles. These snowmobiles will support park operations, backcountry search and rescue, and emergency response. This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due May 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for three (3) new 2025-2026 model snowmobiles, with less than 500 miles, for use by Park Service Rangers during the winter season (November to May). The snowmobiles must be certified for Mountain and Deep Snow class use, equivalent to a Ski-Doo Summit Adrenaline Edge 850-154” X-3” or similar. Key specifications include:
- Engine: 2-Stroke, 840cc or greater displacement, pull start, liquid cooling.
- Track: 154-155 inches length, 15-16 inches width, 2.75-3.0 inches lug depth.
- Suspension: Rear travel 10-16 inches; Front travel 8-10 inches with shock-mounted adjustment.
- Dimensions: Length 125-132 inches, Minimum Ski Stance 34-36 inches, Height 53-55 inches.
- Features: 1 seat, 9-11 gallon fuel capacity, CVT transmission with belt primary drive and reverse, Rear Disc (Brembo) brakes.
- Inclusions: Title work and licensing. Trailers are excluded.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set Aside.
- NAICS Code: 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Period of Performance: Tentative May 25, 2026, to October 20, 2026, with delivery or pickup of snowmobiles required no later than October 20, 2026.
- Published Date: April 29, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: May 19, 2026, 10:00 AM Mountain Time.
- Questions Due: 7 business days prior to the offer due date, submitted in writing.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to kiara_stewart@ios.doi.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, based on:
- Price
- Technical: Factual documentation of the firm's ability to meet specifications and qualifications.
Additional Notes
- This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.
- Delivery: If the offeror is located within 290 miles of Moose, WY 83012, the NPS will pick up the equipment. Otherwise, the offeror is responsible for delivery to Moose, WY.
- Payment: Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U. S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
- Eligibility: All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Contact: Kiara Stewart (kiara_stewart@ios.doi.gov).