SD OLE vehicle upfits (3 trucks)

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is soliciting quotes for vehicle upfit services on three Ford F150 pickup trucks designated for the National Wildlife Refuge System Law Enforcement (NWRSLE) branch. The solicitation (140FS226Q0052) requires comprehensive upfitting including LED lighting systems, communication equipment, law enforcement accessories, and specialized wiring to transform the vehicles into fully operational patrol units. Vendors must be Authorized Manufacturer's Distributors and Warranty Centers for all specified equipment and must complete upfitting within 30 calendar days of vehicle arrival, with all work to be finished by the May 8, 2026 delivery deadline. Award will be made to the contractor offering the best value based on ability to meet technical requirements, past performance and experience, lead time, and price, with technical and past performance weighted more heavily than price. Conformance to the Scope of Work is considered more favorable than cost. Interested vendors must submit quotes by March 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT, and all inquiries should be directed to jeremy_riva@fws.gov.

This is a 100% Women-Owned Small Business set-aside contract awarded on a firm-fixed price basis for commercial services. The contract period of performance runs from April 1, 2026 through May 8, 2026, with work to commence as soon as possible and vehicles currently positioned in Aberdeen and Columbia, South Dakota. Vendors must demonstrate capability through at least two examples of similar past performance work and must disclose any subcontractors in their quote submission to remain eligible for award. The Service Contract Labor Standards apply with prevailing wage rates established under Wage Determination 2015-5369 (Revision 27) for Minnehaha County, South Dakota, covering multiple occupation classifications with hourly rates ranging from approximately $12.83 to $48.04 plus fringe benefits including health and welfare, vacation accrual, and paid holidays. Payment will be made electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) system.