Snow Machines

SOL #: FA500026Q0008Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA5000 673 CONS LGC
JBER, AK, 99506-2501, United States

Place of Performance

EARECKSON AS, AK

NAICS

All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing (336999)

PSC

Passenger Motor Vehicles (2310)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

1
Posted
Feb 24, 2026
2
Last Updated
Mar 16, 2026
3
Submission Deadline
Mar 18, 2026, 7:00 PM

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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 773d Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS), requires two (2) snow machines for delivery to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The government intends to award a single firm-fixed price contract. Offers are due by 11:00 AM AKDT on March 18, 2026.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for two snow machines that meet specific salient characteristics detailed in Attachment 3. Key specifications include a liquid-cooled, four-stroke engine (650 cc or greater), EFI, 10+ gallon fuel capacity, maximum 700 lbs dry weight, and dimensions between 120"-140" overall length, 154" minimum track length, and 20" minimum track width. Features must include 2 seats, a heavy-duty hitch/receiver bumper, electric starter, 50+ lbs cargo rack capacity, and 1,100 lbs minimum towing capacity. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to 773D LRS LGRA, 15380 AIRLIFTER DRIVE, JBER, AK 99506-3900.

Contract & Timeline

  • Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 336999 (Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
  • Published Date: March 12, 2026
  • Offer Due Date: March 18, 2026, by 11:00 AM AKDT
  • Place of Performance: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK (JBER)

Submission & Evaluation

Offers must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. Submissions must include:

  1. Price Schedule (Attachment 2)
  2. Technical Capability (existing product literature demonstrating compliance with Attachment 3 specifications)
  3. Completed Provisions and Clauses (Attachment 1)

Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced quote with an acceptable technical rating. Technical capability will be assessed on a pass/fail basis against Attachment 3. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov at the time of quote submission and through award.

Additional Notes

Questions regarding this solicitation were due by March 6, 2026. This is a one-time supply buy with no incumbent contractor. FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, and relevant DFARS apply.

People

Points of Contact

Ruth Elias-Hernandez, SrASECONDARY

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