Tandem axel cargo trailer w/ BAY doors

The U.S. Geological Survey seeks quotations for a tandem axle cargo trailer with bay doors for the Alaska Volcano Observatory, with quotations due October 22, 2026 at 1700 hours Pacific. This procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing), size standard 1,000 employees.

Place of performance is Anchorage, Alaska; delivery is FOB Destination to USGS Alaska Volcano Observatory at 4230 University Drive, Anchorage, Alaska 99508, or alternatively to the warehouse at 4831 Old Seward Highway, Suite 108, Anchorage, with a delivery deadline of December 31, 2026.

The trailer must be brand new, manufactured in the USA by an American business. Required specifications include a minimum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of 9,500 pounds (ratings up to 9,990 or 10,000 pounds are acceptable provided usable payload meets or exceeds 6,800 pounds), tandem axles with standard trailer hitch and tongue jack, locking bay doors sized for forklift loading from outside the trailer, interior dimensions of at least 8 feet by 14 feet usable interior space, minimum 7 feet clear interior height, roof rated for a minimum 20 pounds per square foot snow load capacity with manufacturer's written rating, rear door with minimum 7-foot opening height, at least six tie-down points rated for 4,000 pounds capacity each, adequate internal lighting, and LED brake lights. Vendors must submit firm fixed-price quotations in U.S. dollars including FOB shipping costs, specify country of manufacture, provide estimated delivery date, and explain conformance to salient characteristics. Evaluation is lowest priced technically acceptable proposal. All quoters must be registered in SAM with active UEI at submission. Questions were due October 15 at 1700 hours; Amendment 0001 issued October 8 answers contractor questions, and no further questions are permitted. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of Amendment 0001 prior to the October 22 deadline or risk offer rejection. Contracting Officer is Tracy Huot at tracy_huot@ios.doi.gov.