Engine Replacement - Engine EN6557 - Tahoe NF

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is soliciting proposals for engine replacement services for a fire engine at the Tahoe National Forest. The contractor must remove and replace engine EN6557 in a fire engine with VIN 1HTWCAZN7EH792522, install a remanufactured engine with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, perform calibrations, conduct a two-hour extended test drive, and reassemble and ship the old engine core. Key requirements include providing a one-year labor warranty and being located within 100 miles of the Tahoe National Forest Automotive Shop in Grass Valley, California. Proposals will be evaluated based on price, past performance, distance from the vendor to the auto shop, and the date available to start work. Electronic proposals must be submitted to Danielle Dawson by 1400 local time on June 22, 2025.

This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Total Small Business designation. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation documents. While specific contract values or budget ranges are not disclosed, the work must be completed within 60 days after contract award. The period of performance extends from June 30, 2025, to August 29, 2025, with all services to be performed at the Tahoe National Forest Automotive Shop located in Grass Valley, California. Payment will be processed through electronic funds transfer via IPP.gov, and the project involves replacing a single fire engine engine as part of the Forest Service's vehicle maintenance operations.