J--E2333 REPAIR OF TRANSFER CASE, I622480
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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Department of the Interior, has issued a Justification for a sole-source contract to Rush Truck Centers for the repair of a transfer case (I622480) on an International 7300 SFA 4x4 fire management vehicle. This action, estimated at $30,830.18, is critical to return the vehicle to operational readiness for wildfire suppression. The justification cites unusual and compelling urgency due to the upcoming fire season and Rush Truck Centers being the only authorized dealer in the area.
Scope of Work
The required services include:
- Removal and diagnosis of the failed transfer case.
- Procurement and installation of a compatible, upgraded replacement transfer case meeting International/Navistar specifications.
- Associated drivetrain adjustments, fluid replacement, and functional testing.
- Restoration of the vehicle to operational readiness for wildfire suppression and emergency response.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Acquisitions Under Simplified Procedures (Sole-Source)
- Estimated Value: $30,830.18 (including parts, labor, and incidental costs).
- Statutory Authority: 41 U.S.C. § 3304(a)(1) (Only One Responsible Source) and 41 U.S.C. § 3304(a)(2) (Unusual and Compelling Urgency).
- Published Date: February 9, 2026
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a sole-source justification; therefore, no set-aside is applicable, and it is not a solicitation for proposals.
Evaluation
As this is a justification for a sole-source award, evaluation criteria for competitive proposals are not applicable.
Additional Notes
- The vehicle is essential for wildfire suppression and accessing remote public lands.
- An "unusual and compelling urgency" exists to return the vehicle to service before the upcoming fire season.
- Rush Truck Centers is identified as the only authorized International (Navistar) dealer and mechanic shop in the area, possessing proprietary diagnostic software, technical data, and OEM-compliant parts.
- Relocating the vehicle to another facility would incur significant towing costs ($1,000-$5,000+) and cause delays.
- The BLM plans to explore blanket purchase agreements and identify additional qualified vendors in the future to promote competition for similar services.