38--CTL and Attachments, Tyndall AFB, FL

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Notice of Intent (NOI) from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to award a sole source, firm-fixed priced contract to Caterpillar Inc. for a Compact Track Loader with Forestry attachments (CAT 275XE). This action is for commercial services under NAICS code 333120.

This notice is not a request for quotes. However, responsible sources may submit a capability statement demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the Government and not cost or time prohibitive. Responses will be used to determine if a competitive procurement will be conducted. The FWS anticipates work to begin after receipt of the delivery/purchase order.

• Sole Source Intent: The agency intends to award to Caterpillar Inc.
• Capability Statement Submission: Interested parties must submit a capability statement by 2:00 PM EDT on Monday, May 18, 2026, to Fred Riley at fred_riley@ios.doi.gov. The subject line should be: "Notice of Intent Capability Statement Submission - DOIFFBO260078".
• Purpose of Responses: To determine if competition is feasible and advantageous.
• Contact: Fred Riley (fred_riley@ios.doi.gov) for questions or comments. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document details the "Salient Characteristics" for a Skid Steer (CTL) Plus, outlining specific technical requirements and specifications for the equipment. It also lists various attachments and dealer-installed options that are part of the "Statement of Work" for this opportunity.

Skid Steer Specifications:

• Engine: Minimum 122hp Gross Power (SAE J1995), 120hp Net Power (ISO).
• Operating Capacities: Includes tipping load capacities at 35% and 50%, breakout forces, and ground pressure.
• Dimensions: Detailed measurements for height, length, width, and clearances.
• Service Refill Capacities: Quantities for cooling system, engine crankcase, fuel tank, and hydraulic systems.
• Power Train: Specified travel speeds for one and two-speed options.
• Hydraulic System: Details on maximum pressure and flow rates.

Attachments and Other Specifications Needed:

• Two copies of Owner's/Operating Manual and one digital copy of the parts manual.
• A warranty of 5 years or 2000 hours.

Factory Installed Options:

• External Rear Counterweight Kit (Part number 640-5910).
• Intermediate level land management guarding and sealing (LM1).
• Reversing fan kit (Part number 637-3002).

Dealer Installed Options:

• Amber Warning beacon kit (Part number 638-6745).
• Fire suppression system (Part number 596-6898).
• 2.5 lb ABC Fire Extinguisher.

Attachments:

• MH418 67-inch-wide working width Mulcher Head attachment.
• BRX418 72-inch-wide cutting width Brush Hog attachment.
• 80-inch wide Skeleton Grapple Bucket attachment.
• 79-inch wide 6-way blade attachment.
• 86-inch Multipurpose bucket with spill guard.

Delivery Location and Point of Contacts:

• Delivery to Tyndall Air Force Base, FL 32403.
• Primary POC: Anthony Dimaggio (850-382-0754).
• Secondary POC: Brent Higbee (208-912-5421).
• Includes a four-hour machine orientation on site.

This document is crucial for bidders as it defines the exact specifications and required attachments for the Skid Steer (CTL) Plus. Vendors must ensure their proposed equipment and any offered attachments meet or exceed these detailed characteristics. It also provides essential contact information for delivery and points of contact for the opportunity.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains various contract clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference or in full text into the solicitation. It outlines the terms and conditions that will govern any resulting contract, including requirements for offerors to complete specific representations and certifications.

• 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS –COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (NOV 2023): This is the base clause for commercial items.
• 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998): This provision explains how clauses are incorporated and where to access their full text.
• DOI-AAAP-0028 ELECTRONIC INVOICING AND PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS-INVOICE PROCESSING PLATFORM (IPP) (FEB 2021): Details the requirement for electronic invoicing through the IPP system.
• 52.223-2 REPORTING OF BIOBASED PRODUCTS UNDER SERVICE AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (MAY 2024): Requires reporting on biobased products.
• 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES OR EXECUTIVE ORDERS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (MAR 2026): Incorporates numerous FAR clauses related to statutes and executive orders.
• 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS–COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (SEP 2023): Provides instructions for preparing and submitting offers, including specific requirements for technical and past performance information.
• 52.212-2 EVALUATION–COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES: Outlines the evaluation factors (Technical, Past Performance, Price) and the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis for award.
• 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS-COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025): Requires offerors to complete representations and certifications, either electronically via SAM or directly in the solicitation.
• 52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (NOV 2021): Addresses prohibitions related to covered telecommunications and video surveillance equipment and services.
• 523.216-1 Type of Contract (Apr 1984): States that the contract will be Firm Fixed Price.

Bidders must carefully review all included clauses and provisions to understand their contractual obligations, submission requirements, and the evaluation criteria. Specific attention should be paid to the instructions for preparing proposals (Part I - Price Proposal, Part II - Technical and/or Past Performance Information), representations and certifications, and any specific requirements related to biobased products, electronic invoicing, or telecommunications equipment. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in an offer being ineligible for award.