MN sherburne NWR 74 HP 4WD loader

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service seeks one 74–90 horsepower four-wheel drive compact wheeled loader for Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge, with quotes due August 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time. The procurement is set aside for economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) concerns.

Place of performance is Zimmerman, Minnesota, with requested delivery March 15, 2027. The NAICS code is 333120, Construction Machinery Manufacturing; PSC is 3805, Earth Moving and Excavating Equipment.

Mandatory specifications include an engine rated net power of 74–90 hp, machine operating weight no less than 13,200 lb, rated bucket capacity of at least 1.0 cubic yards, minimum full turn static tipping load of 8,200 lbs, and minimum breakout force of 10,000 lbs. The engine must meet current U.S. EPA emission standards with minimum four-cylinder electronically controlled fuel injection. The transmission must be electronically controlled, adaptive, with minimum three forward and three reverse gears. Additional required features include ROPS/FOPS-compliant operator station conforming to SAE J1040ARP88 with air conditioning and deluxe adjustable seat; adjustable steering console with secondary system; emergency stopping capability with brake pressure indicators; manufacturer-designed, load-sensing modular hydraulic system; disc clutch locking differentials; 400/70 R20 XMCL/Bibload or equivalent wheels; rear-mounted drawbar; transmission and bottom guarding; ride control system; and heated exterior mirrors. Warranty covers one year full coverage plus three additional years for powertrain. Optional work tools include 48-inch forks and Cold Weather Start Package, individually priced. Owner's manuals and four hours of machine orientation training per receiving location are required.

Offerors must provide detailed specification compliance through written narrative or checklist; mere compliance statements are insufficient. Quotes must include lead time and country of origin, submitted via email to jeremy_riva@ios.doi.gov on Standard Form 1449. Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing best value based on technical conformance to specifications (weighted more heavily than price) and past performance. The contract incorporates FAR clauses for prompt payment, inspection/acceptance, termination for convenience, patent indemnity, and Buy American requirements. All applicable federal, state, and local taxes are included in contract price; delivery is FOB destination unless otherwise specified.