40HP surface drive MUD motor w/ reverse

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Office of Acquisitions and Grants is seeking to procure a 40 HP Surface Drive Mud Motor for the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center (UMESC) located in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The motor is specifically required for research missions in shallow water areas of the Mississippi River, addressing challenges posed by increased sedimentation. The solicitation (Number 140G0225Q0021) is a Request for Quote (RFQ) that will be awarded using Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12 guidelines for commercial items. The evaluation will focus on the most advantageous quote, with emphasis on technical compliance and pricing. Interested vendors must submit their electronic quotes to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov by February 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.

This solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 336612 for Marine Craft. The motor requirements include specific technical specifications such as electric start, full power reverse, alternator, power trim and tilt, manufacturer's wiring harness, warranty, and a safety kill switch. The contractor will be responsible for installing the motor on an existing Lowe Roughneck research vessel and demonstrating motor performance. Delivery is expected within 30 days after award, and the procurement will target the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer that meets all specified requirements. The motor is intended to enhance the USGS's Long-Term Resource Monitoring (LTRM) research capabilities in navigating increasingly challenging river environments.