Request for Information

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command - Fort Carson (MICC-FC) under the Department of the Army Materiel Command has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking market research for the procurement of four specialized dump trucks equipped with snowplow and spreading capabilities. The vehicles must meet stringent technical specifications including an 80,000 LB gross combination weight, 6-speed transmission, 228" wheelbase, and various safety and operational features such as electric asphalt tarps, air disc brakes, and road speed limiters. The snowplow equipment requires front-mounted configuration with universal quick hitch capabilities, while the spreader must be constructed of stainless steel with a 22" spinner disk. This procurement opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 423810 (Construction and Mining Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers) with a size standard of 250 employees. The RFI was posted on June 12, 2025, targeting the next winter plowing season operations.

The primary objective of this RFI is to conduct market research to ensure adequate competition among qualified small businesses before issuing the formal solicitation expected in July 2025. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 12:00 PM MDT on June 17, 2025, providing a comprehensive 2-page response that includes company details, small business certification status, equipment availability options (purchase, lease, or rent), anticipated lead times, and estimated average costs. Eligibility is restricted to small businesses across various socio-economic categories including Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and Women-Owned Small Business enterprises. The government aims to award contracts and secure delivery of the vehicles by November 2025 to ensure readiness for the upcoming winter season. This market research initiative will inform the procurement strategy and help establish realistic timelines and cost expectations for the formal solicitation process.