ID-SHOSHONE-BANNOCK TRIBE-FISH TRANSPORT TANKS
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the fabrication and delivery of two 400-gallon live fish transport tanks. These tanks are required for the Lower Snake River Compensation Plan (LSRCP) at Fort Hall, ID, to transport fish for release and to hatcheries. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due January 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) 400-gallon rectangular, insulated (1-1.5 inch) live fish transport tanks. Key features include:
- Capacity for 400 gallons of water with 6" airspace.
- Large access door, sloped subfloor, drain/fill valve, sight gauge.
- Ring lock attachment, air vent, aerator, oxygen manifold, oxygen monitoring system.
- Lifting eyes, forklift skids, and an integrated oxygen tank rack.
- Tanks must fit within a 48" x 96" pickup bed with the tailgate closed and be leak-free.
- No deviations from specifications will be accepted.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 332420 (Small Business Size Standard: $19M)
- PSC Code: 5430 (Storage Tanks)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: From award through April 30, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, with technical acceptability evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Offerors must demonstrate a history of producing live fish transport tanks or provide a detailed technical approach. Quotes must meet all specifications in the Statement of Work.
- Submission Method: Via email to Oscar_orozco@fws.gov.
- Quotes Due: January 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Oscar Orozco
- Email: oscar_orozco@fws.gov