24--MN-MN VLY NWR - TRACKED CARRIER (Brand Name or Equ

Solicitation 140FS226Q0045 is a firm-fixed-price, small business set-aside procurement issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for a tracked carrier to support the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The government is seeking a Yanmar C30R-3 or an equivalent model that meets specific technical requirements, including a payload capacity of at least 5,512 lbs, an engine between 43 and 46 hp, and a maximum weight of 6,317 lbs. Required safety and operational features include a beacon light, backup alarm, block heater, fire extinguisher, SMV sign, and a battery disconnect. The contract includes a performance period from March 16, 2026, to September 12, 2026, with delivery and a four-hour operator orientation required at the refuge location in Carver, Minnesota. Award decisions will be based on a trade-off source selection process, evaluating the ability to meet technical specifications, lead time, and price to determine the best value to the government. Offerors must submit a single combined PDF containing a signed SF 1449, company information, and necessary representations and certifications by March 9, 2026. The contract incorporates extensive federal regulations, including strict supply chain security prohibitions against certain foreign technologies and compliance with sustainable procurement standards such as ENERGY STAR and USDA BioPreferred. Invoicing is to be processed electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform.