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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines draft specifications for approximately four (4) to six (6) hydraulic squeeze tilt chutes required by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for restraining and treating wild horses and wild burros. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, and incidentals for the construction and delivery of these chutes.

• Approximately 4-6 hydraulic squeeze tilt chutes.

• Chutes must be constructed using new materials, primarily ASTM-A36 steel, unless otherwise specified.

• Hydraulic system powered by 120-volt supply, including cylinders, valves, hoses, fittings, reservoir, and fluid.

• Hydraulic cylinders must meet specific standards for steel tubing, straightening, and chrome plating.

• Hydraulic hose must have a minimum working pressure of 2250 psi, constructed of neoprene and steel braids, with stainless steel fittings.

• Motor: Standard 1.5 horsepower.

• Padding: 2-inch thick closed-cell polyethylene or urethane foam (min. 5 lbs./ft³), covered with commercial-grade Cordura fabric (tan).

• Latches: Commercially available, spring-loaded.

• Hinges: Must have grease fittings.

• Chute Width: As identified on original engineered drawings (to be provided).

• Painting: Weather-resistant, non-toxic acrylic enamel or similar metal paint, color Desert Sand (Tan).

• Welding must be performed according to AWS D1.1-96.

• Contractor must provide an AWS certified welder or equivalent.

• Performance Period: Six months from the date of award.

• Warranty: Minimum 1-year coverage for all hydraulic cylinders, hoses, valves, components, and welds. Contractor must obtain and submit all favorable commercial warranties.

• Payment: Based on satisfactory final inspection and acceptance.

• The Government is not obligated to order any minimum dollar or quantity.

• First Article inspection is required if the contractor has not previously supplied this exact chute to BLM.

• All contractor-provided items must be new and include manufacturer's warranty.

• Not specified in this draft.

• Delivery locations are to be determined; BLM will pay shipping costs to Axtell, UT, but this may change.

• Attachment A contains original Government drawings from 1998, with a specified change to the wall thickness of the 3" x 3" tubing for the chute frame to 3/8" (instead of 1/4").

• No Government Furnished Property will be provided, but Government furnished information, drawings, and photos will be supplied for use in contract performance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Products and Commercial Services. It is identified as Solicitation Number 140L0126Q0002, issued on 02/17/2026, with an offer due date of 03/09/2026 at 1400 local time. The acquisition is unrestricted and set aside for small businesses, with a North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code of 333111 and a size standard of 1,250.

The document indicates a "Synopsis for the attached possible/draft requirement." Specific details regarding deliverables or requirements are not provided in the visible sections of the form but are referenced as being in attached documents.

This is a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought, not a Request for Quote (RFQ). The contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not specified in the provided form.

Offers are to be submitted by the due date of 03/09/2026. The form references FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5, with addenda attached, suggesting these clauses will govern the submission and evaluation process. Specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in this document.

The acquisition is unrestricted but also noted as set aside for small businesses.

Block 20, "SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES," states "Synopsis for the attached possible/draft requirement." This suggests that further details are contained within attachments not provided in this OCR text. The form also notes that it is "not a Request for Quote (RFQ). This is a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought."

Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought

This RFI/Sources Sought is issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for market research to identify potential businesses capable of providing stationary hydraulic squeeze tilt chutes for restraining and treating wild horses and wild burros. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this notice. The BLM is gathering information to determine acquisition strategies, including potential set-asides.

The BLM Wild Horse and Burro (WH&B) Program requires these specialized chutes. Draft specifications are attached.

The BLM seeks business input on solutions and acquisition approaches for high-quality chutes. Photos/videos of the product are encouraged.

• Product: Stationary hydraulic squeeze tilt chutes.
• NAICS Code: 333111 (Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
• Set-Aside Determination: Responses will help determine if the acquisition will be full and open competition or a small business set-aside.
• Small Business Requirements: If a small business set-aside occurs, bidders must comply with FAR 52.219-14 (Limitations on Subcontracting).

Respondents must provide:

1. Company details (Name, Address, POC, UEI, etc.).
2. SAM registration status.
3. Business size category for NAICS 333111.
4. Applicable socio-economic group certifications (if small business).
5. Qualifications to provide the chutes as per specifications.
6. AWS certified welder and other relevant certifications.
7. Questions/comments on the draft specifications.
8. Interest in submitting a future competitive quote.
9. Other applicable comments or recommendations.

• Format: Electronic mail only.

• Page Limit: Maximum 10 pages.

• Deadline: 2:00 P.M. EST, Monday, March 9, 2026.

• Contact: Melanie Stevens, mastevens@blm.gov

• The attached specifications are in DRAFT form. Final specifications will be provided if a solicitation is issued.

• Vendors are responsible for checking SAM.gov for updates and amendments.

• Registration in SAM is required for any future contract award.

• Information submitted is voluntary and confidential.