38--MO - Loess Bluffs NWR - Skid Winch Unit (Brand Nam
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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), specifically the FWS, SAT TEAM 2 office, issued a solicitation for a Skid Winch Unit (Brand Name or Equal) for the Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and was for a firm-fixed-price order. Quotes were due on March 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Daylight Time. The opportunity was published on April 6, 2026, with documents posted on March 3, 2026, indicating a past due date relative to the publication.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for a Skid Winch Unit, which must meet or exceed the salient technical specifications. An "Equal" product is acceptable if it matches the specified physical, functional, or performance characteristics. The referenced brand and model is a Dyno Tune, PWS30, with key characteristics including a 30,000 lb. capacity wide-drum winch, manual free-spool, powder-coat finish, a removable 7 ft. dozer blade, capacity for approximately 300 ft. of 5/8-inch wire rope, ice/gravel spikes, a hydraulic pressure gauge, skid-steer style tie-back anchors, and a removable operator guard.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Period of Performance: March 20, 2026, to June 1, 2026.
- Delivery Date: June 1, 2026.
- Quotes Due: March 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Daylight Time.
- Opportunity Published: April 6, 2026.
- Document Posted: March 3, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers were to be submitted via email to dana_arnold@fws.gov as a combined/single PDF file. Required submission items included a completed SF 1449, company information (Name, SAM.gov UEI, Point of Contact), signed amendments, and confirmation of current SAM.gov registration. Evaluation was based on a comparative assessment of technical specifications, lead time, past performance, and price, aiming for the best value.
Delivery Information
Delivery is FOB Destination to Loess Bluffs NWR, 25542 U.S. Highway 159, Forest City, Missouri 64451. The contractor is responsible for all delivery, storage, and accessorial charges. Unloading is the sole responsibility of the delivery carrier. The technical point of contact for delivery arrangements is Forest Kemp at (808) 778-2214 or forest_kemp@fws.gov, who should be notified at least three days prior to delivery.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Dana Arnold, dana_arnold@fws.gov, 7034688289.
- Technical Contact (Delivery): Forest Kemp, forest_kemp@fws.gov, (808) 778-2214.