The United States Marine Corps is soliciting the procurement of four American Quarter Horses for the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center (MCMWTC) to support military field operations, specifically navigation and load-bearing tasks in rugged environments. The horses must be aged 6-10 years, in excellent health condition, fully vaccinated, and professionally trained with the capability to carry loads between 150-220 pounds. Essential qualifications include a calm temperament, responsiveness to commands, and proven ability to navigate steep, rocky terrain typical of mountain warfare conditions. The contract will be awarded based on technical capability and price to the responsible offeror whose proposal provides the most advantageous value to the government. Offers are due by 12:00 PM on September 17, 2025, for solicitation number M3361025Q0008.

This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 112920 (Horses and Other Equine Production) with a size standard of $2,750,000. No information regarding incumbent contractors or specific award values is provided in the solicitation materials. The procurement calls for exactly four horses to be delivered to the MCMWTC facility located in Bridgeport, California. The contract includes a 90-day evaluation period following delivery, during which the government reserves the right to request replacement of any horse that fails to meet the specified operational requirements. Performance will take place at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport, California 93517.

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