MT-ennis NFH-truck mounted fish tank

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking to procure a truck-mounted aluminum live fish tank for the MT-Ennis National Fish Hatchery. This solicitation involves the manufacturing and delivery of specialized commercial fishing equipment designed to transport live fish safely. The procurement falls under NAICS code 332420 for Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing and PSC code 2060 for Commercial Fishing Equipment. Contractors must meet specific technical specifications outlined in the statement of work, and the evaluation will likely focus on technical compliance, delivery capabilities, and pricing. The solicitation was posted on August 1, 2025, with responses due by August 15, 2025, providing potential contractors with a two-week window to prepare and submit their proposals.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small business enterprises. The government has provided supporting documentation including the formal solicitation document, technical specifications and statement of work, and a photograph of the current tank system to help contractors understand the replacement requirements. While specific award values and quantities are not disclosed in the summary information, the attached specifications document would contain detailed requirements for the single truck-mounted fish tank unit. Performance will likely occur at the contractor's facility for manufacturing, with delivery to the Ennis National Fish Hatchery in Montana. The specialized nature of this equipment suggests it will serve critical operations for fish transportation and hatchery management activities at the facility.