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CARSON WA 98610-3148

1262 HEMLOCK ROAD

GIFFORD PINCHOT NF WIND RIVER DIST

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R6 Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Slide-In Water Tank

Period of Performance: 09/21/2026 to 12/31/2026 Delivery: Within 60 Days After Receipt of Order

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

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SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

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R6 Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Slide-In Water Tank Solicitation No: 1240BD26Q0088

Statement of Requirement

The U.S. Forest Service, Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Wind River Ranger District, requires the acquisition of a brand new, commercial grade slide in water tank unit that will be installed in an existing government-owned dump truck

Scope and Critical Procurement Constraints

• EXCLUSIONS: This acquisition DOES NOT include the purchase of a new dump truck.

• INCLUSIONS: This requirement is strictly for a slide-in water tank for their existing government owned dump truck.

Schedule of Items -

CLIN Description Estimated Quantity

Unit of Issue Total

0001 Slide-in Water Tank Unit (2,600 - 3,000 Gallon Capacity, As Specified in B.1)

1 EA $

0002 Shipping and Handling: FOB Destination to Carson, WA 98610.

(Note: Shipping costs will be evaluated but only executed if the contractor facility is outside the 100-mile local pickup radius)

1 EA $

GRAND TOTAL FIRM-FIXED PRICE $

REQUIREMENT & SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

A. Dimensional & Vehicle Compatibility Constraints The slide-in water tank unit must fit cleanly within the physical constraints of the existing government-owned dump truck. Contractors are responsible for verifying all vehicle restrictions and axle configurations to ensure total operational safety.

• Host Vehicle Make & Model: 2013 Freightliner M2

• Vehicle Configuration: 4-Axle Dump Truck (equipped with a drop axle)

• Intended Operating Environment: Mainly U.S. Forest Service roads, featuring rough, unpaved roads.

• Vehicle Dimensional Parameters: The slide-in system must fully conform to the following specific host vehicle boundaries:

o Maximum Interior Dump Bed Length: 180 inches o Maximum Interior Dump Bed Width: 72 inches o Maximum Interior Dump Bed Height: 54 inches

• Maximum System Overall Footprint Limits: The overall exterior dimensions of the complete water tank assembly—including the main tank shell, all plumbing manifolds, auxiliary pumps, engines, utility reels, and structural safety frames—must conform to the following ultimate boundaries:

o Maximum Overall Width: 72 inches o Maximum Overall Height: 66 inches (Note: The tank unit may extend above the truck's 54-inch sideboards up to a maximum total system height of 66 inches from the bed floor to clear overhead obstacles).

o Maximum Overall System Length: 216 inches (Note: The main water tank body must conform to the 180-inch interior bed length. The contractor is permitted to let the extended perimeter subframe, auxiliary pump assembly, plumbing manifold, and rear safety brush guard overhang past the rear edge of the dump bed floor up to a maximum total system length of 216 inches to achieve the target fluid capacity).

B. Salient Technical Characteristics

1. Tank Capacity & Material Composition

• Fluid Capacity: Minimum 2,600-gallon operational capacity required, with a target performance goal of 3,000 gallons. Contractors must maximize fluid volume within the strict dimensional limits outlined in Section A.

• Material Build: Constructed from minimum 3/16-inch thick mild steel or stainless steel.

• Surge Control: Engineered internal baffles (lateral and longitudinal) to control liquid surge and maintain vehicle stability during transport.

• Structural Anchoring & Securement System: To accommodate the tight 72-inch interior bed width, the unit must utilize a front-and-rear face anchoring system. The tank must be integrated onto a heavy-duty, full-length steel perimeter subframe featuring a minimum of four (4) heavy-duty structural tie-down loops or D-rings welded explicitly onto the front face (facing the truck cab) and rear face (at the tailgate assembly) of the system. The contractor must supply a complete, matching cargo securement kit consisting of certified transport chains and over-center lever binders or turnbuckles rated to secure the fully evacuated weight of the unit. This setup must prevent longitudinal or lateral shifting during off-road operation.

2. Pump & Engine Assembly Requirements.

• Pump Classification: High-performance, single-stage centrifugal transfer/fire pump constructed of corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy or bronze.

• Performance Capabilities: Must feature a dual-performance envelope matching or exceeding:

o High-Pressure Output: Minimum 110 GPM at 100 PSI.

o High-Volume Output: Minimum 430 GPM at 25 PSI.

• Self-Loading & Priming: Equipped with an integrated priming system (exhaust vector primer, hand primer, or 12V electric priming pump) capable of pulling a suction lift to self-load/draft from a static water source.

• Power Source: Entirely self-powered by a dedicated, integrated auxiliary engine (minimum 23 Horsepower, V-Twin gasoline or equivalent diesel) featuring an electric key start, an integrated 12V charging alternator/battery, and an independent fuel source (minimum 5-gallon capacity).

• System Prohibitions: Hydrostatic, hydraulic, or vehicle Power Take-Off (PTO) driven pump configurations are prohibited.

• Auxiliary Equipment Protection: If any portion of the auxiliary engine, pump assembly, hose reel, or plumbing manifold extends past the rear edge of the host truck's dump bed floor, an integrated, heavy-duty steel tubular brush guard, bumper wrap-around cage, or protective structural shroud is strictly required. This guard must be welded directly to the subframe to protect all exposed mechanical components from flying debris or backing-up impacts during off-road operation.

3. Plumbing, Discharge, & Spray Systems

• Hydrant Fill System: Integrated top-fill or internal-fill pipeline, minimum 2.5-inch diameter, equipped with a standard swivel female National Standard Thread (NST) fire hose connection and an anti-backflow mechanism.

• Rear Spray System: Multi-nozzle rear spray system fully controlled pneumatically via an interface to the host truck’s service/brake air supply mechanism.

• Dedicated Discharges:

o One (1) dedicated 2.5-inch discharge system with standard hose threads and a manual quarter-turn ball valve.

o One (1) dedicated 1.5-inch discharge system with standard hose threads and a manual quarter-turn ball valve.

• Rapid Evacuation: One (1) dedicated 4-inch butterfly dump valve located at the rear of the tank for rapid gravity evacuation.

• Hose Reel Integration: Integrated 1.5-inch x 50-foot heavy-duty utility hose reel pre-plumbed directly to the high-pressure discharge side of the auxiliary pump system.

SECTION 4: DELIVERY, PICKUP, & PERFORMANCE

4.1 Performance Period & Deadline

The complete slide-in tank must be fully manufactured, plumbed, pressure-tested for leaks, and made available for final inspection within sixty (60) calendar days from receipt of award.

4.2 Government Pickup Option

• Criteria: If the contractor’s manufacturing facility, dealership, or designated distribution asset is located within a 100-mile driving radius of Carson, Washington (ZIP 98610), the Government reserves the right to execute a local pickup.

• Logistics: The Forest Service will coordinate vehicle transportation and dispatch an employee from the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to retrieve the unit.

• Notice Requirement: The contractor must provide a minimum of five (5) business days' advance notice to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) confirming the unit is complete and ready.

• Scheduling Window: Pickup must occur during standard Government operating hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM PDT (excluding Federal Holidays).

4.3 Shipping Clause (Outside Local Radius)

If the contractor facility sits outside the 100-mile driving radius, the contractor is responsible for shipping the completed assembly freight, FOB Destination, to the following facility:

Wind River Work Center ATTN: Kevin Vance 1262 Hemlock Road Carson, WA 98610

(Shipping costs must be included in the firm-fixed-price quote)

4.4 Acceptance Testing

Final inspection and formal government acceptance will take place at the physical location of handover (either the vendor’s shop at pickup, or the Wind River Work Center upon delivery). The government will test the pump assembly for functional operation, verify pressure capabilities, and check all structural welds and salient characteristics prior to signing the receiving report.

4.5 Attachments

1. Requirement Compliance Checklist

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and United States Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses and Provisions The clauses and provisions contained herein are applicable to any order awarded as a result of this solicitation. The terms and conditions set forth herein supersede all other terms and conditions.

Acceptance of the order in accordance with (IAW) FAR 12.201-1(b)(2) constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions contained herein.

As part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), system updates may lag policy updates. The System for Award Management (SAM) may continue to require entities to complete representations based on provisions that are not included in this solicitation. Contracting officers will rely on representations from offers based on provisions in the solicitation. Entities are not required to, nor are they able to, update their entity registration to remove these representations in SAM.

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998 This solicitation incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also the full text of the clause may be accessed electronically at Internet address https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) of 52.212-4

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (Nov 2023) 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements 52.222-50 (Jan 2017)

Combating Trafficking in Persons (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) of 52.222-50

52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (May 2024) 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (Jun 2013) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Mar 2023) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (Sep 2025) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (Sep 2025) 52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) of 52.240-91 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025)

The following clauses are applicable if checked:

☐ 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (Jun 2020) with Alternate I

(Nov 2021) of 52.203-6 ☐ 52.203-13 Contractor Code of Business Ethics and Conduct (Nov 2021) ☐ 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel Jan 2011

☒ 52.204-13 System for Award Management—Maintenance (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.204-91 Contractor identification (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.209-6 Protecting the Government’s Interest When Subcontracting with https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52

52.209-9 Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (Sep 2025) Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility

☒ 52.209-10 Matters (Sep 2025) Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (Sep 2025)

☐ 52.219-4 Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns (Nov

☒ 52.219-6 2025) Notice of Total Small Business Aside (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Mar 2020).

☐ 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.219-9 Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate III (Nov 2025) of 52.219-9.

☐ Alternate IV (Nov 2025) of 52.219-9

☐ 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.219-16 Liquidated Damages—Subcontracting Plan (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.219-33 Nonmanufacturer Rule (Nov 2025) ☒ 52.222-3 Convict Labor (June 2003) ☒ 52.222-19 Child Labor—Cooperation with Authorities and Remedies (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Jul 2014) of 52.222-35 ☒ 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Jul 2014) of 52.222-36 ☐ 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Veterans (Nov 2025) ☒ 52.222-40 Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act (Dec 2010 ☐ 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards (Aug 2018) ☐ 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires (May 2014)

This Statement is for Information Only:

It is not a Wage Determination

Employee Class Monetary Wage -- Fringe Benefits

☐ 52.222-43 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards -- Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (Aug 2018)

☐ 52.222-44 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards -- Price Adjustment (May 2014)

☐ 52.222-51 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment-Requirements (May 2014)

☐ 52.222-53 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services-Requirements (Nov 2025)

☐ 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification (Nov 2025)

1240BD26Q0088

☐ 52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (Jan 2022) ☒ 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Apr 2026) ☐ 52.223-2 Reporting of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (Nov

☐ 52.223-9 2025) Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Items (May 2008) ☐ Alternate I (May 2008) of 52.223-9

☐ 52.223-11 Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential

☐ 52.223-12 Hydrofluorocarbons (Nov 2025) Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air

☐ 52.223-23 Conditioners (Nov 2025) Sustainable Products and Services (Nov 2025)

☐ 52.224-3 Privacy Training (Jan 2017) ☐ Alternate I (Jan 2017) of 52.224-3

☐ 52.225-1 Buy American-Supplies (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate I (Oct 2022) of 52.225-1

☐ 52.225-3 Buy American--Free Trade Agreements--Israeli Trade Act (Nov 2025) ☐ Alternate II (Nov 2025) of 52.225-3.

☐ Alternate III (Nov 2025) of 52.225-3.

☐ Alternate IV (Oct 2022) of 52.225-3

☐ 52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023) ☐ 52.225-19 Contractor Personnel in a Designated Operational Area or Supporting a Diplomatic

☐ 52.225-26 or Consular Mission outside the United States (May 2020) Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (Oct

☐ 52.226-4 2016) Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (Nov 2007)

☐ 52.226-5 Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or Emergency Area (Aug 2025) ☐ 52.229-12 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements ☐ 52.232-29 Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Products and Commercial Services

☐ 52.232-30 (Nov 2021) Installment Payments for Commercial Products and Commercial Services

☒ 52.232-33 (Nov 2021) Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management (Oct 2018)

☐ 52.232-34 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other Than System for Award Management

☐ 52.232-36 (Jul 2013) Payment by Third Party (Nov 2025)

☐ 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984) ☐ 52.237-3 Continuity of Services (Jan 1991) ☐ 52.240-92 Security Requirements (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.240-93 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems (No 2025) ☐ 52.247-64 Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (Nov 2025)

☐ Alternate I (Apr 2023) of 52.247-64.

☐ Alternate II (Nov 2021) of 52.247-64 x

AGAR Clauses 452.203-71 Anti-Discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Compliance (May 2026)

(a) By entering into this contract, the contractor certifies that:

(1) It is compliant with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws and the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution, and it will remain compliant for the duration of the contract.

(2) Neither it nor any subcontractor or teaming partner operates or funds any program, policy, or initiative that promotes DEI in a manner that violates any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws, including but not limited to Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, or the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution, and the contractor and any subcontractor or teaming partner will not do so for the duration of the contract.

(b) If the contractor participates in, facilitates, or funds programs that implicate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, including but not limited to grants to or for schools, colleges, universities, 4-H programs, non-governmental organization (NGO) programs, sports programs, and education-related grants to prisons or other detention facilities, the contractor certifies that it will remain compliant with those laws, including the requirements set forth in Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government, and Executive Order 14173, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

(c) The contractor affirms that the above requirements are conditions of payment that go to the essence of the contract and are therefore material terms of the contract. Payments under the contract are predicated on compliance with the above requirements, and therefore the contractor is not eligible for funding under the contract or to retain any funding under the contract absent compliance with the above requirements.

(d) This certification reflects a change in the Government’s position regarding the materiality of the foregoing requirements and therefore any prior payment of similar claims does not reflect the materiality of the foregoing requirements to this contract.

(e) Submission of a knowing false statement relating to contractor’s compliance with the above requirements and/or eligibility for the contract may subject the contractor to liability under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C. § 3729, and/or criminal liability, including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 287 and 1001.

(f) The contractor must include the provisions of this clause in all subcontract solicitations.

(g) Failure on the part of the contractor or its subcontractors to comply with the terms of this clause may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to terminate this contract for default.

(End of Clause)

AGAR 452.203-72 Unenforceable Supplier Terms (MAY 2026)

(a) Definitions.

Supplier terms mean provisions customarily drafted by vendors of supplies or services and intended to create a binding legal obligation on the end user. The term applies:

1. Regardless of the format or style of the document. For example, supplier terms may appear in standard terms of sale or lease, Terms of Service (TOS), End User License Agreement (EULA), or another similar legal instrument or agreement, and may be presented as part of a proposal or quotation responding to a solicitation for a contract or order or otherwise become effective after the contract date.

2. Regardless of the media or delivery mechanism used. For example, supplier terms may be presented as one or more paper documents or may appear on a computer or other electronic device screen during a purchase, software installation, other product delivery, registration for a service, or another transaction.

(b) Applicability. When any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to supplier terms, the supplier terms are deemed part of the contract only to the extent they are consistent with this clause. Supplier terms that conflict with any part of this clause, the contract, or Federal law are void and will not be considered incorporated into a contract, even if they are physically present in a contract documentation or systems. In the event of any inconsistency between supplier terms and this contract, this clause and the terms of the Government contract must govern and supersede any supplier terms in all cases.

(c) Authorization Required. Notwithstanding any other provision, no supplier terms must be binding on the Government unless the term is expressly authorized on the USDA Supplier Terms Authorization Form signed by the Contracting Officer, and the completed Authorization Form has been incorporated into the contract.

(d) Unenforceable Terms. Any supplier terms that impose obligations or restrictions inconsistent with applicable Federal law are unenforceable against the Government and deemed stricken from the agreement. This includes, but is not limited to, any clause that:

(1) Requires the Government to pay future fees, penalties, interest, legal costs, early‑termination fees, cancellation fees, minimum purchase commitments, true‑up payments, seat‑count minimums, usage minimums, continued‑use charges, or any other financial obligation not expressly authorized by the contract.

(2) Requires the Government to indemnify the contractor or any other entity.

(3) Restricts the Government’s ability to obtain similar supplies or services from another source.

(4) Imposes any penalty, financial or otherwise, based on the Government’s decision not to exercise an option.

(5) Subjects the United States Government to the laws of any U.S. state, territory, district, municipality, or foreign nation, except where Federal law expressly permits such application.

(6) Requires dispute resolution in a forum or venue other than one prescribed by applicable Federal law.

(7) Establishes a period of limitations for bringing an action that differs from that provided by applicable Federal law.

(8) Grants the contractor rights to use, mine, access, aggregate, analyze, or otherwise exploit Government data, usage data, or metadata.

(9) Deems the Government to have accepted initial or revised terms based on silence, continued performance, or failure to object.

(10) Grants the supplier the right to audit Government facilities, systems, records, or use of the product or service, except as expressly authorized by the contract and applicable Federal law.

(11) Requires the Government to accept supplier security requirements, network access requirements, monitoring, penetration testing, or other technical or security measures.

(12) Permits the supplier to suspend, degrade, or terminate access to products or services based on alleged non‑payment, alleged breach, automated security triggers.

(13) Limits the Government’s right to use, install, access, test, evaluate, or transfer the licensed product or service in any manner consistent with the contract and Federal law.

(14) Requires the Government to store, process, maintain, or transmit data in a particular geographic location, or permits the supplier to transfer Government data outside the United States, except as expressly authorized by applicable Federal law.

(15) Authorizes the supplier to use the Government’s name, seal, trademark, logo, or any reference to the Government as an end user or customer for marketing, publicity, promotional activities, press releases, or similar purposes.

(16) Incorporates by reference, or requires the Government to accept, terms or conditions imposed by any third party, subcontractor, or upstream service provider, unless such terms are expressly incorporated into the contract by bilateral modification.

(17) Limits, conditions, or negates the contractor’s performance obligations, service levels, or remedies through a supplier‑provided service level agreement (SLA).

(18) Uses Government data, usage data, metadata, prompts, content, or interactions to train, fine‑tune, improve, or derive any artificial intelligence, machine learning, or automated decision‑making model.

(19) Subjects the Government to automated decision‑making, automated risk scoring, automated content moderation, or any algorithmic process that may affect access, performance, or rights under the contract.

(20) Utilizes artificial intelligence or algorithmic tools that produce decisions, recommendations, or outputs affecting contract performance without providing transparency, explainability, auditability, and bias‑mitigation consistent with applicable Federal law and policy.

(21) Profiles, tracks, or analyzes Government user behavior, preferences, communications, or interactions for personalization, marketing, or algorithmic optimization purposes.

(e) Non-binding Actions. Neither the Government nor any Government authorized end user is deemed to have consented to any term, condition, or clause by virtue of its inclusion in the supplier agreement or through the use of clickwrap, browse wrap, “I agree” mechanisms, or similar means. Execution of such mechanisms does not bind the Government or its authorized end users to any unenforceable terms.

(f) End user. The supplier agreement must bind the ordering activity as the end user to the extent it does not conflict with the terms of this clause, but it must not bind or impose personal liability on any Government employee or any person acting on behalf of the Government in their personal capacity.

(g) Law and disputes. The supplier agreement is governed by Federal law.

(h) Statutory exception. This clause does not apply to indemnification or any other payment by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures.

(i) Continued performance. The supplier or licensor must not unilaterally revoke, terminate, or suspend any rights granted to the Government except as allowed by the contract. If the supplier or licensor believes the ordering activity to be in breach of the supplier agreement, it must pursue its rights under the Contract Disputes Act or other applicable Federal statute while proceeding diligently with performance, pending final resolution of any dispute in accordance with the Disputes Clause at FAR 52.212‑4(d) or FAR 52.233‑1, as applicable.

(j) Arbitration. Binding arbitration must not be used unless specifically authorized by agency guidance.

(k) Equitable or injunctive relief. Equitable or injunctive relief, including the award of attorney fees, costs, or interest, may be awarded against the United States Government only when explicitly provided by statute (e.g., the Prompt Payment Act or the Equal Access to Justice Act).

(l) Revisions to supplier agreements. Any revisions to the supplier agreement must be incorporated into the contract using a bilateral modification. Unilateral revisions are not binding on the Government.

(m) No automatic renewals. If any license or service tied to periodic payment is provided under the supplier agreement (e.g., annual software maintenance or annual lease term), such license or service must not renew automatically upon expiration of its current term without prior express written consent from an authorized Government representative.

(n) Indemnification. Any clause of the supplier agreement requiring the supplier or licensor to defend or indemnify the end user is amended to provide that the U.S. Department of Justice has the sole right to represent the United States in any such action, in accordance with 28 U.S.C. 516.

(o) Taxes or surcharges. Any taxes or surcharges which the supplier or licensor seeks to pass along to the Government as end user will be governed by the terms of the associated Government contract or order and must be submitted to the Contracting Officer for a determination of applicability prior to invoicing unless specifically agreed otherwise.

(p) Non‑assignment. The supplier agreement may not be assigned, nor may any rights or obligations thereunder be delegated, without the Government’s prior approval, except as expressly permitted by FAR 52.212-4(b) or FAR 52.232-23, as applicable.

(q) Confidential information. If the supplier agreement includes a confidentiality clause, such clause is amended to state that neither the agreement nor the contract price list, as applicable, must be deemed “confidential information.” Issues regarding release of “unit pricing” will be resolved consistent with the Freedom of Information Act. Notwithstanding anything in the supplier agreement to the contrary, the Government may retain any confidential information as required by law, regulation, or its internal document retention procedures for legal, regulatory, or compliance purposes; provided, however, that all such retained confidential information will continue to be subject to the confidentiality obligations of the supplier agreement.

(r) Conflict with Federal law. If any other language, provision, or clause of the supplier agreement conflicts or is inconsistent with Federal law or the terms and conditions of this contract, such language, provisions, or clauses will be considered null and void and will not be binding on the United States Government.

(End of Clause)

452.204–70 Modification for Contract Closeout (Apr 2026)

(a) If unliquidated funds in the amount of $1000 or less remain on the contract, the Contracting Officer

(Contracting Officer) may issue a unilateral modification for deobligation. The contractor will receive a copy of the modification but is not required to provide a signature. The Contracting Officer will immediately proceed with contract closeout upon completion of the period of performance, receipt and acceptance of supplies or services, and final payment.

(b) For commercial contracts not exceeding the simplified acquisition procedure threshold under FAR 12.001(c), if more than $1,000 in unliquidated funds remain at closeout, the Contracting Officer will issue a bilateral deobligation modification. Only the modification requires the contractor’s signature, though a Release of Claims may be requested. If the required documents are not returned within 60 days, the Contracting Officer will issue a unilateral modification and proceed with closeout once performance is complete, acceptance is confirmed, and final payment is made.

(c) For all other non-commercial or non–cost‑reimbursement contracts, if more than $1,000 in unliquidated funds remain at closeout, the Contracting Officer will issue a bilateral deobligation modification and a Release of Claims, both requiring contractor signature. If these documents are not returned within 120 days, the Contracting Officer will issue a unilateral modification u and proceed with closeout upon completion of performance, acceptance, and final payment.

(End of Clause)

Solicitation Information

Award Type It is anticipated that a Firm Fixed-Priced purchase order will be awarded as a result of this synopsis/solicitation.

To be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

Evaluation and Basis for Award The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR

12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the responsible offeror representing the most advantageous solution to the Government

The following factors will be used to evaluate offers:

1. Technical Acceptability: The degree to which the offered tank meets or exceeds the salient characteristics.

2. Delivery Timeline: The contractor must prove capability to fulfill delivery within the 60-day deadline.

3. Price: Evaluated to ensure the final proposed price is fair and reasonable

Submission of Offers:

Submit signed and dated offers to mindy.hickman@usda.gov on or before September 16th 2026 no later than 11:00 AM PDT. The date/time is also specified on the System for Award Management’s (SAM) “Contract Opportunities” website.

1) Vendors must have an Active Registration in SAM to submit a quotation package (https://sam.gov/).

If your SAM Registration is inactive, do not submit a quotation package.

2) Quotation Package Requirements: Organize your quotation package in this order:

SF-1449, Amendments, Schedule of Items, Requirements Compliance Checklist Submit the following:

Submit the following:

• SF-1449: Complete Blocks 17a., 30a., 30b., and 30c. (Include telephone, email, and SAM UEI in Block 17a).

• SF-30 Amendments: Acknowledge and submit all Amendments to the solicitation, if any, as posted by the CO on the SAM website.

• Schedule of Items: Complete the pricing for all line items using the provided Schedule of Items.

• Technical Evaluation & Delivery Documents: Submit the following three (3) elements to establish technical capability and schedule compliance:

o Completed Requirements Compliance Checklist (Attachment 1): A fully filled-out and signed copy of the checklist, with every single "Comply" or "Equal" box checked.

For any characteristic marked as "Equal," provide details in the notes column showing how your design matches or exceeds the baseline requirement.

mailto:mindy.hickman@usda.gov https://sam.gov/) o Product Layout Sketch or Drawing: A manufacturer spec sheet, brochure, or layout drawing explicitly displaying the external dimensions of the completed water tank assembly to verify the main body fits the 180" bed, and the total overall footprint (inclusive of any rear-overhanging pump and brush guard assembly) conforms to the maximum parameters of 216”L × 72”W × 66”H.

o Delivery Milestone Schedule: A brief narrative statement or timeline (e.g., 2 sentences or a bulleted layout) confirming your production line capacity and proving your ability to meet the mandatory 60-calendar-day performance period

Note #1: Omitting the UEI from the SF-1449 will prevent the contracting officer (CO) from verifying that your company has an active SAM account and will cause your quotation package to be excluded from consideration.

Note #2: Failure to complete each block on the Schedule of Items will cause your quotation package to be excluded from consideration.

(c) Notice of award. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer furnished to the successful Offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer’s specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

(End of provision)

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference Feb 1998 This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2025)

Period for acceptance of offers.

The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

Questions Questions shall be submitted via email to mindy.hickman@usda.gov .

52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (Jan 2017)

52.209-2 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations - Representation (Sep 2025)

52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law (Sep 2025)

52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (Nov 2025)

The following provisions are applicable if checked:

☐ 52.203-11 Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal

☒ 52.204-7 Transactions (Sep 2024) System for Award Management—Registration (Nov 2025) https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52 mailto:mindy.hickman@usda.gov

☐ Alternate I (Nov 2025) to 52.204-7 ☐ 52.204-90 Offeror Identification (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.207-6 Solicitation of Offers from Small Business Concerns and Small Business Teaming

☐ 52.209-12 Arrangements or Joint Ventures (Multiple-Award Contracts) (Aug 2024) Certification Regarding Tax Matters (Oct 2025)

☐ 52.219-2 Equal Low Bids (Nov 2025) ☒ 52.222-18 Certification Regarding Knowledge of Child Labor for Listed End Products (Feb

☐ 52.222-48 2021) Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards for

☐ 52.222-52 Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment–Certification (Nov 2025) Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards for Certain

☐ 52.222-56 Services-Certification (Nov 2025) Certification Regarding Trafficking in Persons Compliance Plan (Oct 2020)

☐ 52.223-4 Recovered Material Certification (May 2008) ☒ 52.225-2 Buy American Certificate (Oct 2022) ☐ 52.225-4 Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade Act Certificate (Nov 2025) ☐ 52.225-6 Trade Agreements-Certificate (Feb 2021) ☐ 52.226-3 Disaster or Emergency Area Representation (Nov 2007) ☐ 52.229-11 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements—Notice and Representation (Jul 2025)

Other Applicable FAR Provisions 52.225-18 Place of Manufacture (Aug 2018)

AGAR Provisions 452.203-70 Anti-Discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Certification (Dec 2025)

(a) By submission of its offer, the offeror certifies that:

(1) It is compliant with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws and the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution.

(2) Neither it nor any proposed subcontractor or teaming partner operates or funds any program, policy, or initiative that promotes DEI in a manner that violates any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws, including but not limited to Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, or the Equal Protection principles of the U.S. Constitution.

(b) If the offeror participates in, facilitates, or funds programs that implicate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, including but not limited to grants to or for schools, colleges, universities, 4-H programs, non-governmental organization (NGO) programs, sports programs, and education-related grants to prisons or other detention facilities, by submission of its offer, the offeror certifies that it is compliant with those laws, including the requirements set forth in Executive Order 14168, Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government, and Executive Order 14173, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

(c) The offeror affirms that the above requirements are conditions of payment that go to the essence of the contract and are therefore material terms of the contract. Payments under the contract are predicated on compliance with the above requirements, and therefore the offeror will not be eligible for funding under the contract or to retain any funding under the contract absent compliance with the above requirements.

(d) This certification reflects a change in the Government’s position regarding the materiality of the foregoing requirements and therefore any prior payment of similar claims does not reflect the materiality of the foregoing requirements to this contract.

(e) Submission of a knowing false statement relating to offeror’s compliance with the above requirements and/or eligibility for the contract may subject the offeror to liability under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.

§ 3729, and/or criminal liability, including under 18 U.S.C. §§ 287 and 1001.

(f) Failure on the part of the offeror or its subcontractors to comply with the terms of this clause may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to terminate the contract for default.

(End of Provision)

NOTICE FOR FILING AGENCY PROTESTS

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Protest Procedures The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is committed to fair, transparent, and efficient acquisitions.

Interested parties with concerns about this solicitation are encouraged to seek resolution through the following USDA procedures.

Tier 1: Contracting Officer Concern Resolution

Submission: Interested parties with concerns about either the solicitation or subsequent award should first submit their concern directly to the Contracting Officer, providing sufficient detail to allow the Contracting Officer to understand and assess the issue.

Process: The Contracting Officer will review the concern, seek clarification as needed, and engage with the interested party to attempt prompt resolution.

Review Timeline: The Contracting Officer will make every effort to provide a response or resolution within 10 business days of receiving the concern.