Emergency Generator Rental (36–45 kW) – Core Equipment Supply

The contract involves the rental of emergency generators rated between 36 and 45 kW for a period of eight months to support remote USDA Forest Service work centers. The equipment must be delivered, installed, and later retrieved by the contractor, with all logistics fully managed under the terms of the agreement. The generators are essential for maintaining operational continuity at isolated locations where reliable power sources may be unavailable, particularly during emergencies or grid outages. The scope includes ensuring the units are fully functional, properly maintained, and ready for immediate deployment upon arrival at designated sites. This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, meaning only small businesses are eligible to compete. The NAICS code 532421 specifically classifies the contract under equipment rental and leasing services. The place of performance is centered in Pierce, Idaho, with all work tied to USDA-FS facilities in that region. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, with responses due by 9:00 PM EST on May 13, 2026. The contracting activity falls under the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the contract type is structured as a subcontract, indicating it supports a broader federal procurement effort.