Description
The USDA Forest Service seeks a qualified small‑business vendor to provide a complete, operational 4,000‑gallon water tender unit and install it on a government‑furnished 2021 Kenworth T880 chassis. The system must integrate with the vehicle’s quick‑change configuration, allowing a single operator to swap between water‑tender, dump‑bed, and fifth‑wheel setups in 30 minutes or less. The contractor will receive the vehicle, perform all fabrication, mounting, hydraulic, pump, spray, electrical, and control work, test the system, and return the vehicle in ready‑to‑use condition. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, limited to one award, with a performance window of 182 calendar days after award. All costs—including transportation if the contractor is >200 road miles from the pickup location—must be included in the quote. The solicitation is set‑aside for small businesses (NAICS 336212) and will be evaluated on technical compliance and price.
• Provide a 4,000‑gallon tank, pump, hydraulic system, plumbing, spray valves, controls, lighting, and mounting hardware.
• Ensure compatibility with existing quick‑change chassis and meet all listed salient characteristics.
• Demonstrate 30‑minute changeover capability during government inspection.
• Include warranties: 5‑year tank construction, 1‑year plumbing.
• Complete installation, testing, and return of the vehicle within 182 days.
• Submit a firm‑fixed‑price quote by 3 PM PT, Sept 29 2026; questions due by 12 PM PT, Sept 25 2026.