Site Prep tractor/ Mastictor/ Mulcher

Added: May 10, 2010 10:31 am This solicitation is for a site prep tractor /Masticator/Mulcher. Tractor --Wheeled, all-wheel-drive, articulated, 260 to 310 hp carrier (prime mover) with horizontal-shaft mulching head, carbide teeth, and positive-pressure environmentally controlled cab. Mulching head must be at least as wide as the carrier. Cab must be certified in compliance with ISO forestry standards: ISO8082, ISO8083, and ISO8084. More detailed specifications included in the solicitation. Unit must be able to operate for a 10 hour day without overheating in South Carolina summers where 100 degree temperatures are common. The unit and all components are to be in new condition. Delivered to USDA, Forest Service Savannah River with all fluids filled in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, and equipment ready for operation with operators and service manuals. Trade-in value of a Delta DT-530 Masticator/mulcher to be included in price. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 333111 with a small business size standard of 500 employees with a non-manufacturer waiver. This is a 100% set-aside for small business. This procurement falls under the test program for certain commercial items, FAR 13.5. Savannah River Site is a restricted access Government facility and vehicle searches are done on all vehicles entering the Site. No contraband items, such as guns, ammunition, drugs etc. are allowed on Site. A picture ID of persons entering the Site is required. If a site visit is held, information will be provided when the solicitation is posted to this website. A minimum of 72 hours is required to process any security badge requests for U.S. Citizens and up to 30 days could be required for non-U.S. citizens. Contractors should pay close attention to the deadlines to submit information required to gain access for site visit included in the solicitation. Offerors must register on the site in order to receive notification of changes to the solicitation. The offeror is responsible for monitoring this site for release of the solicitation and any subsequent postings. All interested parties must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) as prescribed by FAR Clause 52.204-7 and ORCA. CCR can be obtained by accessing the Internet www.ccr.gov or by calling 1-888-227-2423. ORCA can be obtained by accessing the Internet, www.bpn.gov. Any questions concerning this solicitation, fax: (803) 725-1807 or contact telephone numbers indicated.