MN-rice lake NWR-outboard with install

The Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking to procure a new 130-150 HP 4-stroke outboard motor for a Workskiff INC Custom 1999 boat located at Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge in McGregor, Minnesota. The solicitation (No. 140FS225Q0078) requires a motor with specific technical specifications including electronic fuel injection, electric start, water cooling, and a minimum 2-year commercial warranty that meets U.S. Coast Guard regulations. Contractors must accept trade-ins of two existing outboard motors (an Evinrude 115 and Honda 130) as a condition of award and perform installation at an approved manufacturer dealer. The evaluation criteria will prioritize specification compliance, lead time, and pricing, with the government reserving the right to award based on best value. Proposals are due by March 24, 2025, with a desired delivery date of August 29, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS category 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) and PSC category 2805 (Gasoline Reciprocating Engines). The project location is 36289 State Highway 65, McGregor, Minnesota 55760-5875, and contractors located more than 120 miles from the refuge must include all pickup and delivery fees in their firm fixed price. The solicitation requires comprehensive documentation including trade-in paperwork, an installation report, and warranty documentation for the new outboard motor. Contractors must submit detailed information about the motor's make, model, specifications, lead time, and any applicable fees. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement involves a complete motor replacement with installation services and trade-in provisions.