Rental/Lease of Dump Trucks with Trailer and Backhoe

The Department of the Army is seeking to procure two dump trucks with trailers and backhoes for the Project Convergence-Capstone Five (PCC5) exercise at Fort Irwin, California. The non-personal services contract requires vehicles that can withstand the terrain and climate of the National Training Center, with each vehicle mandated to have unlimited daily miles and a 5lb fire extinguisher. Offerors must submit their quotes by 11:59 PM PST on December 8, 2024, with a final deadline for questions set at 11:00 AM PST on December 3, 2024. The government intends to award a single Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order based on price and other factors, with offerors required to be registered in SAM.gov and provide their UEI and CAGE code numbers. Quotes must include signed copies of the original solicitation and amendment, and maintain a minimum 30-day validity period.

The solicitation is set aside specifically for small businesses, focusing on the Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV Rental and Leasing NAICS category. The contract period of performance spans from February 10, 2025 to March 24, 2025, during which the contractor will provide two fully operational diesel-powered dump trucks with trailers and backhoes capable of operating in environments with temperatures up to 120°F. The government reserves the right to extend or curtail the lease/rental with 24-hour notice to the contractor. Contractors must comply with California Air Resources Board regulations and provide 24-hour maintenance response with backup unit capabilities if needed. The government will provide fuel and licensed operators, while the contractor is responsible for delivering, maintaining, and recovering the vehicles, with authorization to bill up to 20% of the total award value for incidental and gasoline expenses.