J--Repair I-621077 - Cylinder Head Replacement and As

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the repair of a cylinder head and associated components for a vehicle, identified as MEO1 40057134. The objective is to return the vehicle to duty and readiness requirements, based on an annual inspection performed by a certified International dealership and service department.

• Repair of cylinder head and associated components.

• Service, labor, and parts required to complete necessary work and repairs.

• Work must be performed by a certified Freightliner mechanic.

• Period of Performance: February 1, 2026, to March 31, 2026.

• Offerors must be actively registered in SAM.gov.

• Quotes should be submitted via email to crystalm@blm.gov by the closing date of December 5, 2025, at 1400 MS time.

• The subject line of the email should include the solicitation number (140L6226Q0002).

• Offerors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number on their quote.

• Prices can be submitted on the SF-1449 form.

• Evaluation criteria include technical acceptability, which requires meeting the scope of work and delivery timeframe, and providing proof of certification as a Freightliner mechanic.

• The solicitation is issued under NAICS code 811111 (Automotive Repair and Maintenance) with a size standard of $9 million.

• The document does not explicitly state a set-aside, but it is a combined synopsis/solicitation.

• Basic contracting requirements include active SAM.gov registration, compliance with Section 889 clauses, and adherence to invoicing and payment procedures (30-day prompt pay after delivery).

• FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures) apply.

• Offerors are instructed to contact the issuing office with any questions prior to the closing date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, outlining the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act. It is intended to inform contractors of their obligations regarding employee compensation for federal contracts.

• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, their corresponding Occupational Codes, and the minimum hourly wage rates. It also includes footnotes indicating potential applicability of Executive Orders 14026 and 13658, which may mandate higher wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates (standard and EO 13706 specific), vacation time accrual based on years of service, and a list of eleven paid holidays.
• Special Footnotes: Explains specific conditions, such as the inapplicability of the determination to bona fide executive, administrative, or professional employees (under certain conditions), and details regarding night pay and Sunday pay for specific roles like Air Traffic Controllers and Weather Observers.
• Hazardous Pay: Outlines an 8% differential for high-hazard work involving ordnance and explosives, and a 4% differential for lower-hazard work in proximity to such materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms, including reimbursement for cleaning if borne by the employee.
• Conformance Process: Describes the procedure for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed in the determination.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for proposals. Understanding the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for each potential job classification is essential for developing a compliant and competitive bid. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed these mandated minimums.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To obtain service, labor, and parts to complete necessary work and repairs on a Wind River/Bighorn Basin BLM Devils Canyon Crew Carrier (VIN: 1HTMKSTLXHH442721) to return it to duty and readiness requirements, based on an annual inspection.

• Replace the cylinder head, including labor.

• Required parts for cylinder head replacement include a cylinder head gasket kit, engine oil and filter, and fuel filter.

• All work must be completed by a certified International Mechanic.

• Workmanship must be accomplished to avoid damaging hardware or mounting surfaces.

• Parts must be cleaned of foreign material before assembly.

• Threaded parts must show no evidence of cross-threading or mutilation.

• Fasteners must be tight with no relative movement.

• Bolts and screws must be tightened to SAE torque standards.

• Fluids, filters, and serviceable parts must meet original manufacturer specifications.

• The vehicle is currently located at 2701 W Amador Ave Las Cruces, NM 88005.

• The contractor is responsible for arranging transportation of the vehicle from Las Cruces, NM to their location.

• The period of performance will be specified by the Contracting Officer.

• The vehicle will be retrieved from the contractor's location upon completion of repairs.

• Contractor must ensure all parts are available with current pricing to meet the specified period of performance prior to bidding.

• A written notice to proceed will be issued by the Contracting Officer.