PRI 1 hotshots vehicle repair - I-620317

The Bureau of Land Management Nevada Region is seeking vehicle repair services for a 2016 International MA 035 fire truck (VIN: 1HTMKAAL4GH376886) used by the Ruby Mountain IHC Crew. The solicitation requires repairs to be completed by a certified International Mechanic, with specific work including replacing the driver door hinge, diagnosing throttle squeal, replacing exhaust manifold and EGR cooler, repairing rear heat control actuator, replacing shocks, front axle spring pin bushings, U-bolts, torque rod, and trailing arms, and fixing inoperable lights. The contract will be awarded using the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria under NAICS code 811111 for General Automotive Repair. Quotes are due by February 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM Pacific, with the period of performance spanning from February 20, 2025, to March 21, 2025, and all repairs must be completed by March 1, 2025, in preparation for spring fire training. The contracting officer is Matthew Merritt, and the contract specialist is Nakea Hughes from the BLM Nevada State Office.

The solicitation is an unrestricted procurement with no specific set-aside designations. The vehicle is currently located at Silver State International in Sparks, NV, and the Bureau of Land Management will handle transportation within 300 miles, with vendors outside this radius required to arrange and quote transportation costs separately. Wage determinations for Washoe and Elko Counties specify minimum wage rates of $17.75 per hour for contracts entered into after January 30, 2022, with additional health and welfare benefits of $5.36 per hour. While no specific award value is mentioned, the NAICS size standard is set at $9 million. The repairs must meet original manufacturer specifications and SAE torque standards, with the work focused on preparing the fire truck for upcoming training and operational readiness. The contract will support the Nevada Region's fire management and emergency response capabilities by ensuring critical vehicle maintenance is completed efficiently and to high technical standards.