Sources_Sought_-_SJC_Front-End_Loader_1.docx

SOURCES SOUGHT

San Juan-Chama Project, Chama Field Division Front-End Loader Proposed Solicitation No. 140R4024Q0027

NOTICE: THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION, BUT RATHER A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE TO DETERMINE POTENTIAL SOURCES FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. NO FORMAL SOLICITATION FOR THIS WORK EXISTS AT THIS TIME

The Bureau of Reclamation, Upper Colorado Basin, Albuquerque Area Office, Socorro Field Division (Reclamation) is seeking interested vendors that possess the expertise, capability, and experience to provide one new, safe, and fully functional front-end wheel loader to the Chama Field Division, in Chama, New Mexico. The purpose of this procurement is to improve working conditions and assist in replacing aging equipment that is required to perform inherently governmental work missions throughout the San Juan-Chama Project in New Mexico.

The anticipated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 333120 – Construction Machinery Manufacturing, and the related small business size standard is 1,250 Employees. The anticipated Product Service Code is 3805 - Earth Moving and Excavating Equipment.

A draft of Description/Specifications is included with this Sources Sought Notice which states the specifications for the front-end wheel loader which are required for this procurement.

DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS REQUIRED:

Front-End Loader Specifications Offeror’s supplied front-end wheel loader shall have the following intrinsic characteristics:

A.) General Specifications, Base Model:

1.) Engine:

2.) Cooling:

a. Fan Type: Hydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan is after coolers or equal

3.) Powertrain:

4.) Hydraulic Systems & Steering:

5.) Electrical Systems:

6.) Serviceability:

7.) Informational:

B.) Optional Equipment Packages:

1.) Engine & Electrical: Wet sleeved cylinder liners, black exhaust system, block heater, hydraulic oil for -40° F to 140° F, 140 Amp Alternator, 30 Amp Converter, Auto Reversing Hydraulic Fan, Engine Air Intake Centrifugal Pre-Cleaner, LED Work Lights, Heated & Powered Mirrors, Integrated Cycle Counter with 5 categories

2.) Drivetrain: Front, Rear, and Auto Locking Differentials, Throttle Lock, Wheel Spin Control, Transmission and Bottom Guards

3.) Comfort: Cab Air Pre-Cleaner, Heated and Ventilated HD Air-Suspension Seat, Beacon Amber Lighting, Seat Belt Indicator Light on Dash, Fire Extinguisher, Slow Vehicle Emblem

5.) Tire and Wheels: Bridgestone VT-20.5R25 L3-1 Star Radial Tires with 3 PC Rims

6.) Maintenance: Axle Oil Cooling & Filtration, Engine Compartment LED Lighting, Environmental Drain systems 7.) Servicing:

a. Software: Per manufacturer includes web-based access

8.) Maintenance and Warranty Information:

Substitutions A.) If equipment or materials required by these specifications become unavailable, because of manufacturer/Government priorities or other causes, substitute equipment or materials may be used.

B.) Offeror shall state in the substitution request the following:

1.) Purpose for substitution.

2.) Describe in detail the equipment or materials being substituted and how they meet or exceed these specifications.

C.) Specifications determination as to whether substitution will be permitted and as to what substitute equipment or materials may be used shall be final and conclusive.

D.) If approved substitute materials are of less value to the Government or involve less cost to the Contractor than specified material, a contract adjustment will be made in favor of the Government. Where the amount involved or the importance of substitution warrants, a deductive modification to the contract will be issued.

E.) No payments more than prices offered in the schedule will be made because of substitution of one equipment type or material for another or because of use of one alternate equipment type or material in place of another.

Workmanship A.) Accurately manufacture and fabricate materials in accordance with best modern practices and requirements of these specifications, notwithstanding minor errors, or omissions therein.

B.) Package equipment and materials to include provisions which prevent components from damage, loosening, and/or failure from shocks or vibration during shipping.

Interested vendors are encouraged to respond with their capabilities statement, small business socioeconomic certification(s), Unique Entity ID number, and primary point of contact. All responses must be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Ronda Lucero, at rlucero@usbr.gov, by Thursday, March 21, 2024.

All vendors must be registered in the SAM (System for Award Management) Database https://www.sam.gov prior to contract award pursuant to FAR provision 52.204-7. If applicable, contractors must also be registered to perform as a small business under the specified NAICS code and it must reflect accordingly on their SAM profile.

The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications of potential contractors for solicitation planning purposes only. The anticipated set-aside will be determined based on the responses to this sources sought. This is NOT a request for proposals and is NOT to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Responses to this sources sought notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested sources must respond to future solicitation announcements separately from this sources sought notice. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice.

Point of Contact:

Ronda Lucero Contract Specialist rlucero@usbr.gov