FWS grand cote NWR - power unit

The Fish and Wildlife Service seeks quotation for one Rainbow 6068H John Deere Tier 3 diesel power unit for the Grand Cote National Wildlife Refuge, with quotes due July 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The RFQ is marked a total small business set-aside in the opportunity header but is not designated as a small business set-aside in the solicitation documents; the documents state this is not a small business set-aside and will use Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation under FAR Part 12.

Place of performance is the Central Louisiana Refuges Complex, 401 Island Road, Marksville, Louisiana, with delivery required FOB Destination within 60 calendar days of contract award and an October 22, 2026 delivery target.

The Refuge operates John Deere-based Rainbow Power Units for agricultural water-management operations supporting approximately 500 acres of rice production. Market research confirms only John Deere suppliers meet operational requirements; alternative brands lack compatibility with existing pump systems, OEM component access, or installation and long-term maintenance support. The procurement is a sole source under FAR Part 13 simplified acquisition procedures, justified by brand-name compatibility, specialized technical support needs, and incompatibility of alternatives.

The required unit is a Rainbow 6068H with Model 6068HF Tier 3 rating of 485–225 HP. All components and accessories must be OEM John Deere parts, including battery kit, trailer option with jack and leveling post pockets, oil sight level gauges, clutch and PTO #3/211, drive flange, cabinet, and muffler kit. A minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty covering engine and workmanship is required. Vendors must submit descriptive literature with pictures and proof of specification compliance. Evaluation uses Technical Acceptability (Pass/Fail), Past Performance (Pass/Fail), and Price; no tradeoffs are permitted. Award will be made without discussion unless the Contracting Officer determines discussions are necessary. The NAICS code is 333111, Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing; PSC 2815, Diesel Engines and Components.