Description
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Forest Service is seeking information from potential sources for the manufacturing and installation of bear-proof storage boxes/containers and heavy-duty outdoor picnic tables. The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to conduct market research, identify capable sources, and determine the optimal procurement strategy. The project involves the installation of new picnic tables and bear boxes at existing dispersed campsites in the Winiger Ridge area. The contractor will be required to purchase and install picnic tables and bear boxes in locations staked by FS staff. The picnic tables must feature pre-cast concrete bases with plank tops, and the bear boxes must be certified bear-resistant by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC).
• The project requires the installation of bear-proof boxes/containers and heavy-duty outdoor picnic tables.
• The picnic tables must feature pre-cast concrete bases with plank tops.
• The bear boxes must be certified bear-resistant by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC).
• The contractor must be capable of logistics planning, transporting heavy pre-cast concrete components, and executing concrete pours in backcountry or remote settings.
• The contractor must provide a capability statement addressing company information, product offerings, remote site logistics, procurement structure feedback, installation and subcontracting, and pricing and lead times.