Road Compactor Purchase
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 USDA Forest Service, CSA EAST 2 has issued an Award Notice for the Road Compactor Purchase for the Mount Adams Ranger District in Carson, WA. This contract was awarded under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The notice was published on May 13, 2026.
Scope of Award
The awarded contract covers the purchase of one (1) gas-powered reversible plate compactor. Key technical specifications for the required equipment included an operating weight over 800 lbs, a centrifugal force of 12,356 lbs, a plate size of 20"x35", a vibrator frequency of 4,400 vpm, and an amplitude of .08 inches. Delivery was required within 14 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Contract Details
The contract was awarded as a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract. The acquisition was conducted in accordance with FAR Part 8.4 and GSAR 538.71.
Set-Aside
This opportunity was designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Evaluation Criteria (from Solicitation)
The original solicitation indicated that quotations would be evaluated based on the "Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable" method, which included a technical review by government experts. Offerors were required to identify any proposed Order-Level Materials (OLMs) separately and provide supporting documentation.
Points of Contact
For historical reference, the technical point of contact was Kevin Vance (kevin.vance@usda.gov, 509-395-3376), and the contracting specialist was Richard Kandrach (richard.kandrach@usda.gov, 928-913-9283).