W--Four Modular Buildings at the Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge

Notice of Intent (NOI)

This Notice of Intent (NOI) informs industry contractors of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (FWS) intent to award a sole source, firm-fixed-priced contract to DUENAS TRAILERS RENTAL INC. This action is for commercial services under NAICS code 321991 (Manufactured Home Manufacturing) and will be awarded under Authority FAR 13.501(a)(b), Simplified Acquisition procedures.

The contract is for the rental of four 40-foot trailer mobile offices for a period of eight months. This is to prevent disruption to operations at the Caribbean Islands NWR Complex HQ, which was demolished in 2023 due to structural damage from a 2020 earthquake. The temporary offices are needed to ensure continued operations while a new building is designed and constructed.

• Rental of four 40-foot trailer mobile offices.

• Duration: Eight months.

• Location: Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge, where utilities and services are already connected.

• Contract Type: Sole source, firm-fixed-priced.

• Anticipated start of work: After receipt of delivery/purchase order.

• This announcement is the only notice and is NOT a request for competitive quotes.

• Responsible sources may submit a capability statement demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the Government and not cost or time prohibitive.

• Responses will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted.

• This is intended as a sole source award to DUENAS TRAILERS RENTAL INC.

• Questions or comments should be directed to Contracting Specialist, Fred Riley at fred_riley@fws.gov.

• Deadline for questions: no later than 2:00pm, EDT, Thursday, February 5, 2026.

• Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

• Please indicate "Notice of Intent Capability Statement Submission - DOIFFBO260024" in the email subject line.

Provisions and Clauses

This document contains various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference into a contract. Key sections include:

• 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS – COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2023): This is the base clause for commercial items, with an addendum.
• 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998): States that full text of referenced clauses is available upon request and provides links to access them.
• DOI-AAAP-0028 ELECTRONIC INVOICING AND PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS-INVOICE PROCESSING PLATFORM (IPP) (FEB 2021): Mandates electronic invoice submission through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's IPP system and outlines enrollment and waiver procedures.
• 52.223-2 REPORTING OF BIOBASED PRODUCTS UNDER SERVICE AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (MAY 2024): Requires contractors to report the types and dollar value of biobased products purchased annually.
• 52.217-7 OPTION FOR INCREASED QUANTITY- SEPARATELY PRICED LINE ITEM (MAY 1989): Outlines the government's right to exercise options for increased quantities.
• 52.217-8 OPTION TO EXTEND SERVICES (NOV 1999): Allows the government to extend services under the contract for up to six months.
• 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025): This clause incorporates numerous other FAR clauses by reference to implement various laws and executive orders. It lists specific clauses that are applicable, including prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment, reporting requirements, and various small business set-aside provisions.
• LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING (SEP 2021) (DEVIATION): Details the requirements for prime contractors regarding the percentage of work that must be performed by themselves or similarly situated entities.
• DOI Green Acquisition: Outlines the USFWS's commitment to environmental considerations in contract performance, referencing various initiatives and resources for green purchasing.
• 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS–COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (SEP 2023): Provides instructions for offerors, including how to submit offers and the use of provisions incorporated by reference.
• 52.212-2 Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021): Describes the evaluation factors for offers, emphasizing best value, technical, and past performance over price.
• 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS-COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025): Requires offerors to complete representations and certifications, either electronically via SAM or directly on the form, covering various aspects like business size, veteran status, and compliance with specific laws.
• 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021): Requires representations regarding the use and provision of covered telecommunications equipment and services.
• 52.216-1 Type of Contract (Apr 1984): States that a firm fixed price contract is contemplated.
• 52.237-1 Site Visit (Apr 1984): Urges offerors to inspect the site where services will be performed.

This document is critical for understanding the terms and conditions that will govern any resulting contract. Bidders must carefully review all incorporated clauses and provisions to ensure compliance and to accurately prepare their offers, including representations and certifications. Key areas of focus include payment procedures, reporting requirements, small business obligations, and compliance with various statutes and executive orders.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide temporary office space for the Caribbean Islands NWR Complex HQ staff following the demolition of their building due to earthquake damage in 2020. The goal is to ensure operations continue without interruption.

• Rental of four 40-foot trailer mobile offices.

• The rental period is for eight months.

• Trailers will be located at the Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge, Carr. 301 Km. 5.1, Bo. Corozo, Boqueron, PR 00622.

• Utilities and services are already connected at the site, facilitating installation.

• Notice to Proceed: September 1, 2025

• End of Performance: April 30, 2026

• None explicitly stated beyond the provision of four 40-foot trailer mobile offices.