Tahoe SUV Upfit Patrol Vehicle
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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 is soliciting proposals for the final stage upfit of one (1) LU83 Police 25' Chevy Tahoe SUV patrol vehicle for its Law Enforcement and Investigations unit in Region 13 Subregion 4. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with an anticipated Firm Fixed Price contract award. Offers are due by April 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for procuring, installing, programming, and integrating specified equipment into a Government-Furnished (GFE) 25' Chevy Tahoe LU83 Police SUV. Key tasks include:
- Installation of a prisoner transport cage system (Setina Trans Max or equivalent) and a Setina Front Recessed Partition.
- Installation of dual gun locks and a Santa Cruz SC-2 dual universal rail gun rack.
- Application of vehicle striping, graphics, and 20% ceramic window tint.
- Integration of GFE, including GEOTAB Telematics and AXON System.
- Installation of computing equipment (Ikey Keyboard, GJ Mongoose), radio faceplates, and a mobile printer.
- Installation of a 5-lb ABC fire extinguisher. The contractor must also handle vehicle pick-up and delivery, with the upfit facility located within 300 miles of the pick-up location or requiring flatbed transport. All wiring must be clearly labeled, protected, and conform to specific standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (Anticipated)
- Period of Performance: April 10, 2026 – July 31, 2026 (Work to be completed within 60 days of contract award).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 441227 (Used Car Dealers), Size Standard: $28.5 Million
- Place of Performance: Ogden, UT 84401 (Delivery location)
- Questions Due: April 4, 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern
- Offers Due: April 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern
- Published Date: March 27, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Evaluation factors include Price, Technical Acceptability, Past Performance, and Representations and Certifications. Technical Acceptability and Past Performance are considered significantly more important than price. Offerors must have an active entity registration in SAM.
Key Attachments
- Attachment A - Statement of Work: Details the full scope, GFE, and special requirements.
- Attachment B - Schedule of Items: Provides the pricing sheet for the Chevrolet Tahoe SUV LU83 Kit and delivery.
- Attachment C - Wage Determination: Outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits under the Service Contract Act for Utah.
- Exhibits A, B, C, D: Provide specific details on Dell Tablet components, Axon Fleet installation, LEI vehicle markings/decals, and a specific mounting kit.
Submission & Contact
Quotations must be submitted via email to Lawrence Jackson at lawrence.jackson@usda.gov.