V--MI-GREEN BAY FWCO-FISH TRAILER HAULING SERVICES
Overview
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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
This Award Notice pertains to a Firm Fixed-Price contract for Fish Trailer Hauling Services for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Green Bay Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office. This opportunity, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, involved the transportation of automated fish tagging trailers. The details below reflect the preceding solicitation.
Scope of Work
The contract required non-personal services for moving five automated fish tagging trailers (triple axel fifth-wheel, approx. 13,500 lbs gross weight) between the FWS Green Bay, WI office and various state and federal fish hatcheries in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, and Pennsylvania. Moves were scheduled for CY2026, with specific dates and locations detailed in the pricing tabulation sheet. The contractor was responsible for timely and safe pickup and delivery during normal business hours, driver notifications to hatchery staff, and immediate reporting of any issues.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Period of Performance: February 23, 2026, to December 30, 2026 (10 months)
- Agency: US Fish and Wildlife Service, FWS, SAT TEAM 2
Key Requirements
Bidders needed to provide heavy-duty dual axle pickup trucks (3500 series or stronger) capable of towing approximately 13,500 lbs gross weight and 3,500 lbs on the hitch, and accommodating electrical braking systems. Full-sized semi-truck trailers were not suitable. The contractor was required to maintain an effective quality control program, provide a single 24/7 point of contact, and ensure drivers possessed appropriate licenses. Insurance coverage of $1,500,000.00 for trailer replacement cost was mandatory. Services were to comply with Wage Determination 2015-4893 for Brown County, WI, which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations.
Submission & Evaluation (Historical)
Quotes were due via email to khalilah_brown@fws.gov by January 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. Submissions had to include Standard Form 1449 and a completed Excel spreadsheet labeled "B12 RFQ Tabulation Pricing". Evaluation was based on Best Value, considering technical expertise, trucking certifications, proof of insurance, competitive pricing, and positive past performance. Subcontractor information was required. No extensions were granted.
Contact Information
For historical inquiries, the primary contact was Khalilah Brown at khalilah_brown@fws.gov or 571-547-3407.