20--MT ENNIS NFH MOBILE FISH PUMP
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, is soliciting proposals for a Mobile Fish Pump/Harvester for the Ennis National Fish Hatchery in Ennis, Montana. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks a firm-fixed price contract. An amendment has extended the offer due date, and bidders must acknowledge this amendment.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an "Aqua Life Magic Valley Heli Arc, BP60G-P1" or equivalent Mobile Fish Pump/Harvester. Key specifications include an adjustable/telescoping de-watering tower, a mobile pump mounted on a trailer, an electric start Honda motor, 6" intake and discharge, a 180-degree swiveling discharge tube, a 6"x24' airtight intake hose, and a 6"x15' discharge hose. The unit must be complete and ready to operate upon delivery, intended for pumping juvenile Rainbow trout.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Delivery Requirement: By September 30, 2026, FOB Destination to FWS Ennis National Fish Hatchery, 180 Fish Hatchery Road, Ennis, MT 59729.
- Installation: Not required.
- Offer Due Date: Extended by Amendment 0001. Refer to the amended solicitation for the new closing date and time.
- Published Date: March 18, 2026 (Solicitation), March 19, 2026 (Amendment).
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals and questions must be emailed to the Contracting Officer. Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the best value, considering technical specifications, past performance, and price. Technical and past performance are more important than price. The government reserves the right to award to other than the lowest priced offer. Offerors must include the country of origin and delivery/pick-up lead time in their offer.
Additional Notes
- Contracting Officer: Jeremy Riva (jeremy_riva@ios.doi.gov, 303-535-4788).
- Technical Point of Contact: Ron Hopper, Hatchery Manager (406-548-4859).
- Bidders must contact the Technical POC at least three days prior to delivery to arrange a specific time.
- Hatchery staff may transport the unit if the manufacturer is geographically close, provided the unit is fully assembled and ready for use upon pickup.
- Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).