Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Jet Boat Purchase

The USDA Forest Service, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, intends to procure a 32 foot welded aluminum twin engine jet boat to be utilized as a patrol vessel. The boat design must be suitable for use while navigating the most challenging rapids in Hells Canyon and constructed to withstand the rigorous use required of boater assistance activities, search and rescue, and frequent beaching without damage. Additionally, the entire vessel shall be constructed and inspected as a small passenger vessel per sub chapter "T" (USCG Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No. 11-80 (NVIC 11-80), USCG CFR 175-185 (known as Subchapter T)).

The completed vessel, along with trailer and accessories, will be delivered to the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Clarkston office located at 2535 Riverside Drive in Clarkston, Washington.

This acquisition is a total small business set-aside. The applicable NAICS is 336612 with a size standard of 1000 employees. Procurement will be processed following the procedures outlined in FAR part 12 for the Acquisition of Commercial Items. Offerors will be evaluated on price, past performance, experience, and other factors as identified in the solicitation document.

The solicitation for this project will be made available on or about May 25, 2016 with quotes due on June 15, 2016. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered by the government. In accordance with FAR 4.1102(a), prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award of a contract. Offerors may obtain information on the registration and annual confirmation requirements via the internet at http://www.sam.gov//.