Truck Bed Upgrade

This contract, titled Truck Bed Upgrade, is a sole-source small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, issued by the USDA Forest Service, CSA East 2, with solicitation number 12444026Q0126 and a posting date of July 20, 2026. The requirement is for the OEM removal and installation of a CM Truck Bed, Model 8'6/84/54/42, onto a 2026 Chevrolet 3500 HD Single Rear Wheel vehicle with VIN 1GC4KSEY1TF291258, to be performed at the Oconee Ranger District in Georgia, with Rabun County identified as a possible alternate location. The scope of work includes safely disconnecting all electrical systems, backup cameras, sensors, fuel filler, and auxiliary connections; removing the factory bed without damaging the frame or wiring; cleaning mounting points; verifying chassis compatibility; installing the new bed per manufacturer torque specifications; reconnecting and testing all lighting, sensors, and fuel systems; and completing a full inspection to ensure structural integrity, alignment, and operational functionality. All work must adhere to industry safety standards, and the contractor must provide documentation of all tasks completed. The contract operates under Federal law as the governing authority, with terms superseding all other conditions, and acceptance of the order under FAR 12.201-1(b)(2) binds the offeror to all solicitation terms. Supplier terms are not binding unless expressly authorized on the USDA Supplier Terms Authorization Form and signed by the Contracting Officer, and any terms conflicting with Federal law—including early termination fees, cancellation fees, or minimum purchase commitments—are unenforceable. The agreement cannot be assigned without prior Government approval. Pricing must be fair and reasonable, and past performance must be rated acceptable or neutral to qualify for award, with no numeric weighting specified; the award will go to the offeror presenting the most technically advantageous solution. The period of performance runs from August 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026, with a delivery date of August 1, 2026, and F.O.B. Origin terms requested, meaning shipping costs must be included in the quote. The contract includes mandatory FAR clauses such as 52.212-4 and 52.212-5, along with specific representations and certifications covering Buy American, trafficking