MRG SFD LGP dozer

The Bureau of Reclamation's Socorro Field Division is seeking sources for a new Low Ground Pressure (LGP) Dozer through a Sources Sought notice posted on December 6, 2024. The procurement is for one hydraulic dozer in the 50,000lbs class with a minimum of 210 horsepower, comparable to models like Caterpillar D6, Komatsu D65PX-18, or John Deere 850L Crawler Dozer. Key requirements include a Tier 4 final engine running on biodiesel, an enclosed cab with LED lighting and backup camera, heavy-duty LGP undercarriage with 35.5-inch tracks, a 3-point push blade, and a 60,000lb line pull winch. The anticipated solicitation release date is January 10, 2025, with responses to the Sources Sought notice due by December 20, 2024, at 4pm MST. Interested vendors must submit capability statements, socioeconomic certifications, and registration information to Contract Specialist Valerie Jiron.

The procurement will be conducted under NAICS code 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) with a 1,250 employee size standard, and the final set-aside determination will be made based on responses to this notice. The contract will be Firm-Fixed Price with a 365-day period of performance after award. Delivery of the dozer is specified for Socorro, New Mexico, and the contractor must provide three copies of operator, service, and repair manuals in both hard copy and electronic formats. The equipment must include diagnostic software access for government mechanics and carry a minimum one-year warranty. While no specific award value is mentioned, payment will be made as a lump sum upon delivery of the equipment meeting all specified requirements. Vendors will need to demonstrate their capability to meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work.