Upfit LU87 F250 Patrol Vehicle

SOL #: 12444526Q0023Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Forest Service
USDA-FS, CSA EAST 6
Atlanta, GA, 303092449, United States

Place of Performance

Missoula, MT

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320)

PSC

Motorcycles, Motor Scooters, And Bicycles (2340)

Set Aside

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

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 2, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 2, 2026, 9:00 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 U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement and Investigations (LEI) for Region 13 Subregion 1 has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for the final stage upfitting of six (6) LU87 Ford F250 Patrol Vehicles. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires a vendor to procure, install, program, and integrate specified equipment to enable these vehicles to function as emergency vehicles for prisoner security and law enforcement operations. The vendor will also be responsible for vehicle pick-up and delivery. Offers are due by April 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern.

Scope of Work

The selected contractor will perform comprehensive upfitting services for six USFS-owned Ford F250 vehicles. Key tasks include:

  • Equipment Procurement & Installation: Sourcing, installing, programming, and integrating various components such as a prisoner transport cage system (Setina Trans Max or equivalent), front partition (Setina Front Recessed Partition #10VS or equivalent), dual gun locks and rack (Santa Cruz SC-2), and a printer system (Gamber-Johnson).
  • Vehicle Customization: Application of vehicle striping and graphics according to marked patrol vehicle requirements, and installation of 20% ceramic window tint.
  • Technology Integration: Installation of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), including AXON in-vehicle camera systems and GEOTAB Telematics, along with mobile computing equipment (Dell Tablet Upfit components like docking station, display mount, keyboard).
  • Electrical & Wiring: Integration with factory wiring, ensuring all additions are labeled, marked, and documented. All connections must utilize butt connectors, solder, and shrink wrap, with protective sheathing in wear-prone areas.
  • Logistics: Vendor is responsible for pick-up and delivery of vehicles from a USDA Forest Service Law Enforcement Location. Work facilities must be within 300 miles of the pick-up location, or vehicles will be flatbed transported.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract.
  • Period of Performance: April 22, 2026, to July 31, 2026, consisting of one (1) one-year base period. Work must be completed within 60 days after arrival of all GFE and equipment.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
  • NAICS Code: 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of $9.0 Million.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Offer Due Date: April 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern.
  • Questions Due Date: April 08, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern.
  • Submission Method: Offers must be submitted via email to Reuben.Ntreh@usda.gov.
  • Offer Acceptance: Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days from the offer due date.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Only the lowest priced offer will be evaluated for technical acceptability, with the award made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.
  • Eligibility: Offerors must have an active entity registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Key Documents & Requirements

Bidders should review the following attachments:

  • Attachment A - Schedule of Items: For pricing submission, detailing six CLINs for the F250 LEI UPFIT.
  • Attachment B - Statement of Work: Provides detailed technical specifications and requirements for the upfitting.
  • Attachment C - Wage Determination: Outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for labor in Missoula, MT, impacting cost proposals.
  • Exhibit 1 - Axon Fleet_Field Install Guide: Details installation requirements for the Axon Fleet 3 system.
  • Exhibit 2 - Marking and Decals: Specifies mandatory and optional vehicle markings for law enforcement vehicles.
  • Exhibit 3 - Dell 7220 Tablet Vehicle Mount Items: Lists specific hardware components for the Dell Tablet Upfit.

Contact Information

For questions regarding this solicitation, contact Reuben Ntreh at Reuben.Ntreh@usda.gov.

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Apr 2, 2026
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