Masticating Machine, Kenai NWR, AK
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking quotes for a Masticating Machine for the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Alaska. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Parts 12 and 13. The contract will be a Firm Fixed-Price award, with a performance period from contract award through November 30, 2026. Quotes are due by Monday, June 01, 2026, at 2:00pm EDT.
Opportunity Details
This combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 140FS326R0008) falls under NAICS code 333111, Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. The applicable Product Service Code is 2410, Tractors, Full Tracked, Low Speed. The contracting office is FWS SAT TEAM 3, under the Department of the Interior.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one dedicated Masticating Machine designed for clearing hazardous fuel breaks on the Kenai Peninsula. Detailed specifications include:
- Machine: Single grouser tracks, hydrostatic drive, Tier 4 final engine (>400 HP), 100-gallon fuel tank, 24-volt electrical system, programmable pre-heating, and robust hydraulics (>5000 PSI). Overall size requirements include a weight of 25,000-35,000 LBS, length <300 inches, width <8'6", and ground pressure <4.5 psi.
- Operator's Cab: Must feature LED lighting, ROPS/FOPS/OPS certification, AM/FM radio with Bluetooth, HVAC, dust proofing, heated air ride seat, 1½ inch Lexan windshield, emergency exit, and soundproofing (<70 DBA).
- Masticating Head: Equivalent to an FAE 300/U-225 Sonic Mulching head with C/3-type teeth, capable of shredding 14" DBA trees. Key features include a working width >85" and <94", rotary drum diameter >18", minimum 46 cutting teeth, hydraulic push bar with ripper, and thrown debris deflection chains.
- Delivery: FOB Destination to Kenai NWR, 33398-A Ski Hill Road, Soldotna, AK 99669-2139. The contractor is responsible for all delivery logistics.
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made as a firm-fixed-price contract based on a best value tradeoff method, considering technical capability, past experience, and price. The Government reserves the right to award to other than the lowest-priced offer if non-cost factors outweigh the price difference. Offerors must submit quotes in two parts: a Price Proposal (using Attachment 3) and Technical/Past Performance Information (using Attachment 4 and addressing ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1). All contractors must have an active SAM registration and register with IPP for payments.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Site Inspection: Urged prior to quoting. Contact Spencer Berg at Spencer_berg@fws.gov or 907-727-9447.
- Question Submission Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026, at 2:00pm EDT to Fred Riley (Fred_riley@ios.doi.gov).
- Quote Submission Deadline: Monday, June 01, 2026, at 2:00pm EDT to Fred Riley (fred_riley@ios.doi.gov).
- Contract Specialist: Fred Riley, fred_riley@ios.doi.gov, 413-253-8738.
Required Attachments
- Attachment 1: Solicitation Provisions and Clauses (SF1449)
- Attachment 2: Performance Work Statement (Detailed Supply Requirement)
- Attachment 3: Quote Schedule
- Attachment 4: Past Performance Questionnaire