MN-MN valley NWR-truck upfitting

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to perform truck upfitting services for the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, specifically modifying a 2024 RAM 3500 REG CAB 4X4 truck. The solicitation (140FS225Q0083) requires installing a Rugby dump body, truck accessories, and a rear hitch with specific technical requirements, including a hoist operable from the driver's seat and DOT-compliant mudflaps. Potential contractors must submit comprehensive proposals demonstrating technical capabilities, lead time, past performance, and pricing, with non-price factors weighted more heavily than cost. The evaluation will consider technical narrative, lead time, technical experience (up to 3 projects within the last 10 years), and references. Quotes are due by April 22, 2025, at 3 PM Eastern Time, with the contract period of performance spanning from April 30, 2025, to August 15, 2025, and a potential six-month extension option.

The solicitation is set aside as a total small business procurement, targeting businesses in the Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing sector. While no specific incumbent contractor is mentioned, the contract requires vendors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide detailed documentation. The project involves upfitting a single truck located in Bloomington, Minnesota, with transportation costs for facilities more than 40 miles from the refuge to be covered by the vendor. Contractors must include comprehensive warranty information for all parts and labor, and comply with Department of Transportation regulations and manufacturer installation instructions. The contracting officer, Dana Arnold, can be reached at dana_arnold@fws.gov or 703-468-8289 for any questions regarding the solicitation.