Industrial Tree Shredder

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, specifically the Chinocoteague National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia, is seeking to procure an Industrial Tree Shredder through a competitive solicitation. The procurement is structured as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12 and 13. Proposals must be submitted electronically by March 27, 2025, at 1:00 PM CT, with a two-volume submission including technical and past performance details, and a separate price proposal. Evaluation criteria will prioritize technical capability and past performance over price, with the government reserving the right to award without further discussions. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide three to five relevant project examples completed within the past five years.

The solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside under the NAICS code 333111 (Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing), with a business size standard of 1,250 employees. The contract requires delivery of a single industrial tree shredder within 60 days after award, with specific technical specifications including a double shaft, slow-speed shredder capable of processing construction and demolition waste. The shredder must be self-propelled, diesel-powered, and able to reduce waste volume by a 3:1 ratio. The procurement includes requirements for comprehensive documentation, onsite vendor orientation, safety compliance, and full warranty and support provisions. Performance will take place at the Chinocoteague National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia, with the government seeking a firm fixed-price contract for this specialized equipment.