Grand Mesa/Uncompahgre/Gunnison NF-On Site Tree Cooler Repair - SOLICITATION

The USDA Forest Service's Grand Mesa/Uncompahgre/Gunnison National Forest is seeking commercial repair services for a large tree cooler system used to store seedlings. The primary objective is to repair a 53-foot refrigerated semi-trailer, specifically focusing on fixing the evaporator fan clutch to ensure proper air circulation and temperature maintenance between 37-43 degrees Fahrenheit. Additional work includes regular maintenance tasks such as changing diesel engine oil and filters, inspecting fan belts, and replacing the cloth air curtain inside the trailer. The contract will be awarded based on best value evaluation criteria, considering both technical capability and price. Contractors must submit their quotes by August 25, 2025, with all repair and maintenance work required to be completed by the end of July 2025, and the desired overall completion date of September 1, 2025.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside opportunity under NAICS code 811310 for Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance. No incumbent contractors or specific award values are mentioned in the available documentation. The refrigerated trailer requiring repair is a single 53-foot unit currently located at a U.S. Forest Service Administrative Site approximately 8 miles north of Gunnison, Colorado. Work performance will take place on-site in Almont, Colorado 81210, where contractors will need to access and service the specialized refrigeration equipment used for seedling storage operations. The timeline is compressed, with only 10 days between the solicitation posting date and the quote submission deadline, followed by rapid contract execution to meet the late summer completion requirements.