Purchase a vibrating compacting roller for big CYP

The National Park Service Southeast Region is seeking to procure one CAT CS11 vibratory soil compactor or an equivalent model for restoration work at Big Cypress National Preserve. The solicitation (No. 140P5225Q0021) targets construction machinery manufacturers under NAICS code 333120, with a firm-fixed price contract approach. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess a Unique Entity Identifier to be eligible. The government will evaluate offers based on a balanced assessment of technical capability, past performance, and price, with each factor weighted approximately equally. Quotes are due by June 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM CDT, and must be submitted via email to Dallas Harper-Staub, with a requirement for vendors to demonstrate their ability to meet the comprehensive technical specifications outlined in the solicitation documents.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside, ensuring opportunities for smaller enterprises in the construction machinery manufacturing sector. The contract has a specific performance period from June 13, 2025, to August 15, 2025, with equipment delivery required by the end of that timeframe. The compactor must meet detailed technical requirements, including an operating weight between 22,000 and 26,000 lbs, a minimum drum width of 84 inches, and a diesel engine producing at least 120 HP that complies with current EPA emission standards. The equipment will be utilized for soil stabilization, compaction of fill materials, and general earthwork within the environmentally sensitive terrain of Big Cypress National Preserve. While the specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement requires a sophisticated piece of equipment with advanced features like GPS compatibility, grade control system options, and a climate-controlled, ergonomically designed operator cab.