Dena roads excavator rental

The National Park Service, specifically the Alaska Regional Office, is seeking quotes for renting an excavator for Denali National Park from June 1, 2025, to October 11, 2025. The solicitation (No. 140P9725Q0027) requires a Caterpillar 316EL or equivalent excavator with specific technical specifications, including a 2021 or newer model with 2,500 hours or less, a minimum 110 HP diesel engine, and a working weight between 36,000-39,000 pounds. Quotes must be electronically submitted via email to darcy_skinner@nps.gov by 1500 hours on April 25, 2025. The procurement will be evaluated on a best value basis, considering price, equipment specifications, and the ability to meet performance requirements. Quoters must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of quote submission.

The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code 532412, with a size standard of $40 million. The rental will be based on 200 hours per 28-day month, with equipment delivery and pickup occurring at the Denali National Park Auto Shop. Contractors must submit an SF18 form with detailed pricing, equipment specifications, and make/model/year/hours information. The resultant award will be a Firm Fixed Price purchase order in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12 and 13-106(b). The excavator will be used for various special projects within the park, including road work, culvert installation, and gravel excavation, demonstrating the critical infrastructure maintenance role of this equipment rental.