23--SD - Madison WMD - Purchase of 2 Trailers
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), under the Department of the Interior, is soliciting proposals for the purchase of two (2) new travel trailers for its Madison, South Dakota facility. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two new generalized travel trailers with specific technical specifications. Key features include:
- Dimensions: Exterior Length ~20–26 ft, Exterior Width 8 ft, Interior Height ~6 ft 6in or taller.
- Weight: GVWR ~3,500–8,000 lbs, Hitch Weight less than 1,200 lbs, Cargo Capacity greater than 950 lbs.
- Tank Capacity: At least 20 gallons of water.
- Layout: One slide-out (dinette area), one set of double bunks, and one queen/king or murphy bed. Delivery is required FOB Destination to 23520 South Dakota Hwy 19, Madison, SD 57042. If trailers cannot be picked up within 100 miles of Madison, SD, or 225 miles of Bismarck, ND, the awardee is responsible for arranging and paying for delivery. Trailers must be supplied with a Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (MSO) assigned to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price order.
- Period of Performance: March 11, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
- Delivery Date: May 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Quotes Due: March 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time.
- Published Date: February 19, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to dana_arnold@fws.gov as a single combined PDF file. Offerors must include a completed SF 1449, company information (including SAM.gov UEI), and a signed copy of any amendments. Evaluation will be based on a comparative assessment considering the ability to meet technical specifications, lead time after receipt of order, and price.
Additional Notes
This solicitation has been amended twice. Amendment 0001 updated specifications and the period of performance. Amendment 0002 further clarified the requirement for one slide-out in the dinette area. All revisions are marked in red in the updated specifications. The Contracting Officer is Dana Arnold (dana_arnold@fws.gov, 703-468-8289), and the Technical Point of Contact is Tait Ronningen (tait_ronningen@fws.gov, 701-214-8287).