Gila National Forest Motor Grader Front Blade
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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 U.S. Forest Service, Gila National Forest, is seeking quotations for one Motor Grader Front Blade Attachment for road maintenance operations in Silver City, NM. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The blade must be compatible with Caterpillar 140 and 150 motor graders. Quotations are due June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (RFQ 12444326Q0030) is for the procurement and delivery of one (1) motor grader front blade attachment. The blade will be used for pushing debris, dirt, rocks, and other obstacles during road maintenance on National Forest System roads. It must have full hydraulic capabilities and include all necessary mounting hardware for attachment to existing motor graders.
Salient Characteristics
The required front blade must be designed for mounting to the front of Caterpillar 140 or 150 model motor graders. Key specifications include a minimum width of 10 feet and height of 3.5 feet, equipped with two tilt cylinders, and including all necessary hoses, cutting edges, and mounting hardware. The structural frame must be heavy-duty for road maintenance, and the mounting system must allow secure attachment without modifications to the existing motor grader structure. The equipment must be new, unused, and free from defects.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ), anticipated Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Period of Performance: June 15, 2026, to October 15, 2026.
- Delivery Date: October 15, 2026, to Silver City Ranger District, Gila National Forest, Silver City, New Mexico (FOB Destination).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 333120 (Earth Moving And Excavating Equipment), Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- Quotations Due: June 5, 2026, at 1700 CT.
- Questions Due: June 1, 2026, at 2359 CT.
- Published: May 20, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, considering Technical Acceptability, Price, and Past Performance. Offerors must submit pricing for all items and hold prices firm for 90 calendar days. Required submittals include manufacturer product specifications, documentation of compliance with salient characteristics, manufacturer warranty information, and a delivery timeline.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Michael Simpson at michael.simpson@usda.gov.