Fort Simcoe Job Corps 4294 Service Utility Bed

This contract involves the procurement and installation of a 4294 Service Utility Bed for a 2025 Ford F550 truck at the Fort Simcoe Job Corps in White Swan, Washington, under the auspices of the USDA Forest Service. The solicitation, numbered 1282A726Q0008, is set aside exclusively for small businesses in accordance with FAR 19.5, and is subject to the Service Contract Act WD 2015-5543. Key dates include a questions submission deadline of November 25, 2025, an amendment issuance by November 28, 2025, and the offer due date of December 5, 2025. The procurement emphasizes compliance with safety standards, including OSHA and DOT regulations, and requires delivery within 90 days after award. Payment must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), with invoices submitted via www.ipp.gov. The contract incorporates numerous FAR clauses covering small business utilization, equal opportunity, labor standards, trafficking in persons, foreign procurement restrictions, cybersecurity, and debarment, among others. It emphasizes a trade-off evaluation process considering technical merit, past performance, and price, with equal importance assigned to technical and past performance factors combined versus price. The scope includes supplying and installing a steel service bed with specific safety and structural standards, including a DOT-compliant gooseneck hitch with a minimum GVWR of 38,300 lbs, and ensuring OSHA safety compliance. Deliverables are to be inspected and accepted at the destination, with final acceptance responsibilities assigned to the government. Supporting documentation includes technical specifications, wage determinations, and notices for filing protests. Offerors are required to submit their proposals via email, adhering to formatting and page limits, with detailed representations and certifications, including UEI and CAGE codes, as part of their submission. The contract's performance is scheduled to commence immediately upon award, with delivery expected within 90 days, and all contractual obligations are governed by FAR clauses and the specific specifications outlined in the attached service bed specification sheet.