Road Compactor Purchase

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through its USDA Forest Service CSA East 2 office in Atlanta, Georgia, has issued a small business set-aside contract under NAICS code 333120 for the purchase of one gas-powered reversible plate compactor to be delivered to the Mount Adams Ranger District in Carson, Washington. The acquisition is structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price contract and follows the Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, meaning the award will go to the offeror whose quote meets minimum technical specifications—primarily defined by salient characteristics including an operating weight over 800 lbs, centrifugal force of 12,356 lbs, plate dimensions of 20" × 35", vibration frequency of 4,400 vpm, and amplitude of 0.08 inches—and submits the lowest price. The performance period is strictly limited to May 7 through May 30, 2026, with delivery due by the end date under FOB Destination terms, making the contractor responsible for all transportation costs and risks until receipt at the worksite. The solicitation is set aside entirely for Women-Owned Small Businesses, and offerors must certify their status accordingly. Contract compliance is subject to stringent anti-discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) requirements under clause 452.203-71, which mandates adherence to Executive Orders 14168 and 14173, as well as Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, with compliance enforced as a condition of payment. Failure to comply may result in termination for default, financial penalties under the False Claims Act, or criminal charges under 18 U.S.C. §§ 287 and 1001. These obligations flow down to all subcontractors. Inspection and acceptance occur at the delivery point, with the government responsible for confirming conformity to contract requirements, and invoicing is expected through WAWF. The contracting officer representative is Kevin Vance, while Stephanie Laruffa serves as the contracting officer, with Richard Kandrach as supporting contracting specialist. No contract value is specified in the documents, as pricing fields remain blank, and no option quantities or additional line items are included. All submissions must be received electronically via SAM.gov by May 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET, and must include Attachment 01 (Sal