MN-FWS agassiz NWR-snowmobile

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking to procure a new snowmobile for the Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge located in Middle River, Minnesota. The solicitation (140FS225Q0008) requires the delivery of one new snowmobile with specific technical specifications, including a 2-cylinder 650cc liquid-cooled engine, Matryx Stealth disc brakes, and various advanced features such as electric start and Smart Warmers. Offers will be evaluated based on best value, considering price, lead time, ability to meet or exceed specifications, with a preference for Made in USA products and service availability. The technical point of contact is Cody Okeson, and offers must be submitted via email to Contract Specialist Renee Babineau by December 20, 2024, at 1700 EST. Vendors are required to submit detailed specifications of the proposed snowmobile, including make, model, country of origin, and lead time.

The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS category 336999 with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The contract includes a trade-in option for the current 1998 Polaris 500 INDY Widetrack LX snowmobile with 703 miles, which will be accepted as a condition of award. The required delivery date for the new snowmobile is February 28, 2025, with FOB destination to the Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge. The procurement falls under Product Service Code 2340 for motorcycles, motor scooters, and bicycles. Alternate technical contact is Anita Locken, and the specific location for delivery is Middle River, MN. While no specific award value is mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes comprehensive technical requirements and seeks a snowmobile that meets precise operational specifications for wildlife refuge use.