Road Compactor Purchase
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, CSA EAST 2 is soliciting quotations for the purchase of one gas-powered reversible plate compactor for the Mount Adams Ranger District in Washington. This acquisition is conducted under FAR Part 8.4 and GSAR 538.71. Quotations are due May 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a single gas-powered reversible plate compactor meeting specific salient characteristics:
- Engine: Gas-powered
- Operating Weight: Over 800 lbs
- Centrifugal Force: 12,356 lbs
- Plate Size: 20”x35”
- Vibrator Frequency: 4,400 vpm
- Amplitude: .08 in Delivery is required within 14 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO), with early deliveries accepted.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Contract
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted Procurement (NAICS 333120, Size Standard 1,250 employees)
- Agency: USDA Forest Service, CSA EAST 2
- Place of Performance: Washington (WA)
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations will be evaluated using the Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, which includes a technical review by government experts. Offerors must clearly identify and support any proposed Order-Level Materials (OLMs) separately from Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract items, ensuring they are not embedded in labor rates or other CLINs. Compliance with federal anti-discrimination and DEI requirements is also necessary.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Quotation Due Date: May 7, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Published Date: May 6, 2026
- Technical POC / COR: Kevin Vance (kevin.vance@usda.gov, 509-395-3376)
- Contracting Specialist: Richard Kandrach (richard.kandrach@usda.gov, 928-913-9283)