Knapheide body model (600 series) 682F (E305459 RE

The Department of Energy's Southeastern Power Administration is seeking to procure a utility body for a vehicle, specifically a Knapheide body model (600 series) 682F or equivalent, to be mounted on a 2022 or newer Chevrolet cab single rear wheel short bed 4X4 with a 46" cab to axle configuration. This solicitation, identified by the contract opportunity ID 34a00f04dee4440290f449a961321e5f, is classified under the Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing NAICS category (336211). The procurement involves both the supply and installation of the utility body, with strict adherence to the specifications outlined in the statement of work. The solicitation was posted on January 14, 2025, with proposals due by January 24, 2025, indicating a relatively short response window for interested vendors. The procurement falls under the Vehicular Cab, Body, and Frame Structural Components product service code (2510-P), suggesting a specialized technical requirement for the vehicle modification.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside designations, meaning it is open to all qualified vendors. No incumbent contractor or specific award value is mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be for a single utility body, implying a potentially limited quantity requirement. The place of performance is likely to be within the operational jurisdiction of the Southeastern Power Administration, which typically covers several southeastern United States regions. While precise budget details are not provided, the specificity of the vehicle and body requirements suggests a focused, technical procurement that will likely require vendors to demonstrate precise manufacturing and installation capabilities. The short timeline between posting and response deadline indicates the agency may be seeking a quick turnaround for this vehicle modification project.