23--Rough Terrain Vehicle IAW Salients FY25 REQ# 15712 SPECIAL ORDER # S25113

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the ICT Accessibility Requirements Statement per the Revised Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. It specifies technical criteria for software and electronic content to ensure accessibility.

• General Exceptions: Outlines exceptions to the technical criteria.
• Technical Criteria for Software (E207.1, E207.2, E207.3): Requires software components with user interfaces to conform to E207 and Chapter 5, and to meet Level A and Level AA Success Criteria and Conformance Requirements in WCAG 2.0. It includes specific word substitutions for non-web software.
• Technical Criteria for Electronic Content (E205.1, E205.3, E205.4): Mandates compliance with E205 for electronic content, including specific requirements for non-public facing official communications and a word substitution for non-web documents.
• Applicable Standards: Lists specific WCAG A & AA Success Criteria, Support Documentation, Support Services, and Functional Performance Criteria that apply.
• Software Interoperability and Features (E501.1, E502.1 - 502.3.14, 503.1, 503.2): Details requirements for software to interoperate with assistive technology, document accessibility features, avoid disruption of platform accessibility features, and ensure programmatic determinability of object information, text, and user interface elements. It also covers user preferences.

Bidders must understand these accessibility requirements to ensure any software or electronic content developed or provided as part of a contract meets Section 508 standards. This document should be incorporated into solicitation requirements documents (SOO, SOW, PWS, etc.). Further information can be found in the Revised 508 Standards Toolkit.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the salient characteristics for a Rough Terrain Vehicle (RTV).

• 1 ea. Rough Terrain Vehicle:
  • Full size, 4WD, diesel-powered RTV with enclosed, 2-seater, all-weather cab.
  • Two-speed variable hydraulic transmission and hydrostatic power steering.
  • Liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder diesel engine capable of speeds up to 25 mph.
  • Fuel capacity of at least 7.5 gallons.
  • Equipped with A/C, heater, defroster, and fully opening roll-down side windows.
  • Wet disc brakes.
  • ProKonvert style steel cargo bed with spray-on bed liner and hydro-powered bed lift.
  • Towing capacity of at least 1,300 lbs. and payload capacity of at least 1,500 lbs.
  • AM/FM radio.
  • CV joint guard and underbody skid plate protection components.
  • Limited slip differential.
  • LED low beam headlights and rear brake lights.
  • Head rests.
  • Front and rear 2" hitch receivers.
  • Desert sand color.
  • Minimum 2-year warranty.
• 1 ea. Tires (set of 4):
  • Wide base, heavy-duty, 10 ply tires. Part no. WB-K27119314 HD 10 Ply or equivalent.
• 1 ea. Turbo Kit:
  • Pre-installed turbo kit to boost power and torque for high elevation operation.

Not specified in this document.

• Specific tire part number and ply rating required.
• Turbo kit required for high elevation operation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ) for the procurement of passenger motor vehicles. The government is seeking to acquire specific vehicle models, including Kubota RTVX2C-PDLHS 4x4 Diesel RTVs with cab, AC/Heat, and radio, as well as associated accessories like HD 10 PLY tires and a turbo kit for high elevation.

• One (1) Kubota RTVX2C-PDLHS 4x4 Diesel RTV with cab, AC/Heat, and radio.

• Associated accessories: HD 10 PLY tires and a turbo kit for high elevation.

• Delivery is required within 30 days after receipt of order.

• The product/service code is 2310, and the description is PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLES.

• The solicitation number is 140G012600057.

• The solicitation issue date is 02/24/2026.

• The offer due date is 02/27/2026 at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 336999, with a size standard of 1,000 employees.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• Offers must be submitted by the due date and time specified.

• Bidders are instructed to provide specifications of the items they are quoting with their submission.

• For questions regarding this RFQ, contact Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with 52.212-5 attached.

• Evaluation will be based on technical compliance and price.

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Small Business.

• The document includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions incorporated by reference, covering various aspects of contracting, including system for award management, contract terms, electronic invoicing, and small business requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "FISMA 18-Point Checklist – IT Security Guidelines," outlines specific IT security requirements that are incorporated into the Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement for a contract. It serves as a checklist to ensure compliance with various security standards and clauses.

• Background Investigations: Requirement for contractors to perform background checks.
• Non-disclosure Agreements: Mandates signing NDAs and system security agreements.
• Privacy Act System: Addresses contractor access to systems containing personal information protected by the Privacy Act.
• Training: Requires completion of end-user computer security awareness training.
• Personnel Changes: Contractor must notify the COR of employee reassignments or departures.
• Contractor Location: Restricts services from being performed outside the United States without permission.
• Applicable Standards: Mandates adherence to DOI System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), NIST SP 800-64, and DOI SDLC Security Integration Guide.
• Asset Valuation-Security Categorization: Requires contractors to use FIPS 199 and NIST SP 800-60 for categorizing systems.
• Property Rights: Defines government rights in software acquired.
• Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V): Outlines government responsibility for IV&V or contractor responsibilities depending on the scenario.
• Certification & Accreditation (C&A): Specifies C&A requirements for applications and systems.
• Internet Logon Banner: Requires a USGS-approved logon banner for web-based applications.
• Incident Reporting: Mandates reporting of computer security incidents.
• Quality Control: Requires software/hardware to be free of malicious code.
• Self-Assessment: Contractor must conduct annual self-assessments.
• Vulnerability Analysis: States that the government or its contractors will conduct vulnerability analysis.
• Security Controls: Requires compliance with NIST SP 800-53, Rev.1, FIPS 199, and NIST SP 800-60.
• Contingency Plan: Requires submission of a contingency plan for IT Support Services.

This document is critical for bidders as it details the mandatory IT security requirements and compliance obligations that will be part of the contract. Understanding these guidelines is essential for developing accurate proposals and ensuring successful contract performance, particularly for opportunities involving IT systems, data access, or software development/maintenance.