Purchase, Removal and Installation of a 100kw Propane Generator
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
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting quotes for the purchase, removal, and installation of a 100kw propane generator at the Bude Work Center in Meadville, MS. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by February 06, 2026, at 1600 Central Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all necessary materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, permits, licenses, supervision, and expertise for the project. This includes the removal of an existing generator and the installation of a new RG10090AVAC Protector Gaseous 120/240 Single Phase Liquid Cooled Generator with a 6526R battery. The new generator must be connected to existing electrical and fuel systems. Site cleanup and disposal of all removed materials off Forest Service property are also required. Normal work hours are 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Saturday.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation - RFQ)
- Period of Performance: February 2, 2026, to September 30, 2026. Delivery is required within 30 Days After Receipt of Order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 221118 (Generators And Generator Sets, Electrical) with a size standard of 650 employees.
- Place of Performance: Bude Work Center, Homochitto National Forest, 3085 Highway 98 East, Meadville, MS 39653.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: February 06, 2026, at 1600 Central Time.
- Submission Method: Email to John Camacho (john.camacho@usda.gov). The subject line must include "12444226Q0002".
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror with the highest technically rated quotation, fair and reasonable pricing, and acceptable or neutral past performance, based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Evaluation factors include Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance.
- Questions Due: January 30, 2026, at 1600 PM Central Time, via email to john.camacho@usda.gov.
Key Documents for Bidders
- (01) Wage Determination (No. 2015-5173, Rev. 33): Establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for specified Mississippi counties, crucial for labor cost estimation.
- (03) Exhibit A: Contractor's Financial Information Sheet: Requires details on business, ownership, and financial status for assessing viability and eligibility.
- (04) Exhibit B: Performance Relevancy Questionnaire: Gathers information on past/current projects and specialized experience to evaluate capability.
Contact
John Camacho (john.camacho@usda.gov)