Turntable Pallet Wrapping Machine

The USDA Forest Service National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) is seeking qualified sources capable of providing one brand-name Orion Flex HPD Turntable Pallet Wrapping System base machine with custom options, or an equal product, with responses due by June 17, 2026. This sources sought notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a binding solicitation or obligation to award; the Forest Service may issue a Request for Quote as a result. The procurement is set aside for Total Small Business.

The machine must be shipped FOB destination to the Northern Rockies Incident Support Cache in Missoula, Montana, with installation and employee training provided upon delivery. Required specifications include heavy-duty construction, color touch-screen with deluxe controls, 30-inch Insta-Thread 260% carriage with Insta-Cut, and special load height photocell for dark/opaque loads rated for standard loads from 36" × 36" × 15" to 55" × 55" × 80" and extended loads up to 110 inches tall via optional extended mast. Custom options include electronic weigh scale package with load cells and digital weight indicator, 18-inch base extension, and dark load photo eye spare parts kit. The machine operates on 120/1/60, 20-amp electrical service and includes one-year component warranty, five-year structural frame warranty, and lifetime coverage for pre-stretch rollers.

Respondents must submit capability statements limited to 20 pages including company information, SAM UEID registration, NAICS code 333993, point of contact, company size classification, existing government contracts, and pertinent specification information. Submit responses to amy.tilley@usda.gov with reference "1202SC26SS0004 Turntable Pallet Wrapping Machine" in the subject line.