Outboard Boat Motor for Ottawa National Forest

SOL #: 12444526Q0029Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture
Forest Service
USDA-FS, CSA EAST 6
Atlanta, GA, 303092449, United States

Place of Performance

Watersmeet, MI

NAICS

Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618)

PSC

Gasoline Reciprocating Engines, Except Aircraft; And Components (2805)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 29, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 14, 2026, 3:00 AM

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, specifically the Ottawa National Forest, is soliciting quotations for the purchase of one new outboard boat motor. This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 12444526Q0029. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by May 13, 2026, at 11:00 PM Eastern.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for a new outboard boat motor with specific characteristics: a Hand Tiller, 50-90 HP, Electric Start, 4-Stroke motor, including a fuel tank, hose attachment, and starting battery. The quote must cover all manufacturer standard items, necessary setup, and installation of accessories. Delivery is required by June 1, 2026, to E6248 US Hwy 2 Ironwood, MI 49938, with F.O.B. destination terms and no loading dock required.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
  • Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to July 31, 2026.
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
  • NAICS Code: 333618 (Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing), with a small business size standard of 1,500 employees.
  • Product Service Code: 2805 (Gasoline Reciprocating Engines, Except Aircraft; And Components).
  • Issuing Office: USDA-FS, CSA EAST 6.

Submission & Evaluation

  • Questions Due: May 5, 2026, 11:00 PM Eastern, via email to Joshua Franks.
  • Offers Due: May 13, 2026, 11:00 PM Eastern.
  • Submission Method: Email offers to Joshua Franks at joshua.franks@usda.gov.
  • Requirements: Offerors must have an active SAM registration. Submissions must include a firm-fixed price quote (valid for 90 days), contractor representations and certifications, and descriptive literature (brand, make, model, specifications) demonstrating compliance with salient characteristics.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Price (fair and reasonable) and Technical Capability (rated acceptable or unacceptable).
  • Award Basis: Best value to the Government.

Additional Notes

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. Attachments include "Boat Motor Specifications" and "Schedule of Items." Early deliveries are accepted.

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Posted: Apr 29, 2026
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