Purchase Order 140F0S25P0019

Federal Contracts LLC, a Tampa, Florida-based SBA-certified HUBZone small business specializing in heavy equipment rentals and sales, was awarded a $174,059 firm fixed-price purchase order by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Region 1 on September 25, 2025. The contract calls for the procurement and delivery of a 130+ horsepower compact track loader (CTL)—specifically a Cat 275 XE or equivalent—equipped with specialized features including a standard 4-in-1 bucket, forestry protective package, and a remotely activated Ansul liquid fire suppression system. The equipment must also include a 72-inch mulching head with dual-speed motor and meet stringent operational specifications including maximum height under 91 inches, ground clearance of 10 inches, and operating capacity between 4,150-6,000 pounds. The fire suppression system is a critical safety requirement stemming from multiple machine fires at the Conboy National Wildlife Refuge in Washington over the preceding two years that resulted in total equipment losses.

Performance will take place at Conboy National Wildlife Refuge in Washington state, with the vendor required to provide equipment orientation, warranty documentation, and a 5-year remote monitoring system subscription. The contract is set for ultimate completion by September 28, 2026, and was awarded as a firm fixed-price commercial products contract without a small business set-aside designation, though Federal Contracts LLC's HUBZone certification made it competitive for this procurement. The vendor must maintain a permanent manufacturer-approved service facility within 60 miles of the delivery location to support ongoing equipment maintenance and operational needs.