1240LQ25P0008 Dixie NF Snowmobile

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking to procure a specialized snowmobile for trail grooming operations at the Dixie National Forest in Cedar City, Utah. The solicitation requires one EN3406 snowmobile with specific technical specifications, including a four-stroke 900-1100 cc engine, 20-24 inch wide tracks, liquid coolant system, and additional features such as a 3,000-pound minimum winch, floodlight, beacon light, and pintle tow hitch. Vendors must submit an electronic quotation to Thomas Mendoza by July 13, 2025, at 4:00 pm Central Time, with a required package including a technical quote, past performance documentation, price quote, and signed representations and certifications. The government will evaluate quotes based on technical merit, past performance, and price, with technical qualifications and past performance being significantly more important than price considerations. An active System for Award Management (SAM) registration is mandatory for potential bidders.

The solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 336999, with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The contract is scheduled for award on July 1, 2025, with a performance period running from July 1 through October 31, 2025. The place of performance is specifically located in Cedar City, Utah, where the snowmobile will be used for cross-country ski trail grooming, with the ability to pull a groomer weighing approximately 150 pounds. While specific award value details are not explicitly stated, the procurement is focused on acquiring a single specialized snowmobile with precise operational requirements. The solicitation represents a targeted procurement by the Forest Service to enhance winter trail maintenance capabilities in the Dixie National Forest region, with a clear emphasis on obtaining a high-performance, purpose-built snowmobile for trail grooming operations.