Mini Excavator Purchase

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service, specifically the Dixie-Fishlake-Manti-La Sal National Forest, is seeking to purchase a new mini excavator through solicitation number 1240LR25Q0043. The procurement requires a mini excavator with specific technical specifications including a minimum 21 HP engine designed for high elevation work, diesel fuel system with 5.5-gallon minimum tank capacity, maximum travel speed of 2.7 mph, and a 6-way blade with 18-inch hydraulic thumb bucket. Additional requirements include an auxiliary hydraulic system, mounting kit with quick attach capabilities, and a hydraulic rock breaker attachment. The evaluation process will prioritize technical capabilities and past performance as significantly more important than price in determining the best value for the government. Vendors must submit technical quotes with past performance information, price quotes, and signed representations and certifications by July 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM Mountain Standard Time via email to adam.koepke@usda.gov.

This procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. No incumbent contractors or potential award values are specified in the solicitation materials. The contract requires delivery of a single mini excavator unit to the Dixie-Fishlake-Manti-La Sal National Forest in Cedar City, Utah, with a firm delivery deadline of October 1, 2025. The place of performance is located in Cedar City, Utah 84721, where the Forest Service unit will utilize the equipment. The solicitation was posted on July 14, 2025, providing small business contractors with a nine-day response window to prepare and submit their proposals. The procurement falls under PSC code 3805 for Earth Moving and Excavating Equipment, reflecting the specialized nature of the heavy equipment being acquired.