Wild Horse Transportation from California to Texas and Tennessee

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking a small business contractor to provide transportation services for wild horses from Alturas, California to two destinations: Glen Rose, Texas and Lebanon, Tennessee. The solicitation requires the safe and humane transport of 36 horses to Glen Rose by December 5, 2024, and 77 horses to Lebanon by December 12, 2024. Potential contractors must submit a comprehensive proposal including a technical proposal, price proposal, and representations and certifications by November 26, 2024, at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time. The government will evaluate quotes based on multiple criteria, including price, delivery schedule, equipment and technical capability, and past performance. Quotes will be assessed to determine the most advantageous offer to the government, with a focus on responsible vendors who can meet the specific transportation requirements.

The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 484230 for Specialized Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, with a size standard of $34.0 million. The place of performance is initially in Alturas, California (ZIP code 96101), with transportation routes extending to Glen Rose, Texas and Lebanon, Tennessee. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates a requirement for specialized transportation services involving live animal transport. The contract appears to be part of a wild horse relocation effort by the Modoc National Forest, necessitating precise logistical planning and execution. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in long-distance animal transportation, adherence to humane transport protocols, and the technical capability to safely manage horse transportation across multiple state lines.