BEAR PROOF DUMPSTERS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting quotes for 22 bear-resistant dumpsters for delivery to the Saint Anthony Work Center, ID. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. An amendment has clarified material specifications for the dumpsters. Quotes are due by June 22, 2026, at 08:00 AM MT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of 22 bear-resistant dumpsters, each with a minimum capacity of 4 cubic yards. The dumpsters must meet all requirements outlined in the Statement of Work and be approved by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC). Key specifications include:
- Maximum dimensions: 90 inches wide, 60 inches deep, and 65 inches tall.
- Construction: American Made Steel.
- Material Gauge (as per Amendment SF30): 14-gauge steel for the body, 10-gauge for lift pockets, and 12-gauge for gussets and latch covers.
- No drain hole.
- Zinc primer coated with a brown, Powder-coat or TGIC polyester exterior coating.
- Dual front load with gravity release lid latches. Delivery is required to the Saint Anthony Work Center, 499 N 2400 E (Teton Hwy), St. Anthony ID 83445. The USFS will offload the dumpsters.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Anticipated Award Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332439 (Small business size standard: 600 employees)
- Questions Due: June 15, 2026
- Quotes Due: June 22, 2026, 08:00 AM MT
- Delivery Required By: October 30, 2026
- Published Date: June 11, 2026
Evaluation
Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive. Evaluation will be based on Price (fair and reasonable) and meeting all Technical Data (Statement of Work) requirements. Past Performance will also be evaluated (Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable). Only the lowest priced offer will be evaluated for Technical Capability; if not acceptable, the process continues with the next lowest priced offer.
Additional Notes
Offerors must have an active entity registration in SAM.gov. The vendor must contact the COR three days prior to delivery to arrange for a forklift. Deliveries must occur Monday-Friday. Applicable FAR and AGAR clauses are incorporated by reference. The most recent amendment (SF30.pdf) clarifies steel gauge requirements.