SD sand lake NWR skid steer repair

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking to procure fuel tank replacement services for a 2019 Bobcat T770 Track Machine (skid steer) at the Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Columbia, South Dakota. This firm-fixed price contract requires a certified skid steer mechanic shop to remove the damaged fuel tank, install a new replacement tank, and ensure proper functioning without leaks. Only vendors certified by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorized service providers for this specific skid steer model will be considered, and proof of certification must be submitted with the offer. The government will evaluate offers based on technical specifications, past performance, and price, with technical specifications and past performance being more important than price in the selection process. The solicitation deadline is September 17, 2025, at 1700 hours, with quotes and questions to be submitted to jeremy_riva@fws.gov using Standard Form 1449.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 811310 for Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The performance period extends from September 25, 2025, through November 30, 2025, with work required to be completed during normal duty hours from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The place of performance is the Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Columbia, South Dakota, with technical coordination provided by Brandon Casey (Wage Grade Mechanic) and James Snyder (GAOA Heavy Equipment Operator). The contract involves a single piece of heavy equipment requiring specialized fuel tank replacement services. No incumbent contractor information or specific budget ranges were disclosed in the solicitation materials.