Opportunity
SAM #1240LP26Q0091
USDA Forest Service Solicitation for Two Off-Road Capable UAS Cargo Trailers
Buyer
USFS Intermountain Region CSA 4
Posted
June 16, 2026
Respond By
June 26, 2026
Identifier
1240LP26Q0091
NAICS
336214, 336212
This opportunity is for the procurement of two new off-road capable enclosed cargo trailers to support the USDA Forest Service's Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program in the Bighorn National Forest, Powder River Ranger District. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, Bighorn National Forest, Powder River Ranger District - Rocky Mountain Geographic Area UAS Program - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) new enclosed cargo trailers, off-road capable, minimum 6'x10', maximum 10 feet in length - Trailers must be fully assembled and delivered to Buffalo, WY - Key features required: - Robust construction for rugged terrain - Dual 3,500 lb axles with electric brakes - All-terrain 10-ply tires - Insulation (floor, walls, ceiling) - Shore power (30 amp) with multiple interior and exterior outlets - Air conditioning unit and roof vent - Interior and exterior LED lighting (work, spot/load, puck lights) - Security features: locking side and rear doors with cam bars, eTrac mounts for securing equipment - Minimum 2,000 lbs payload capacity, minimum 3,500 lbs GVW - Non-skid flooring, aluminum liner walls, bumper pull hitch - Interior height minimum 6'6" - Documentation and correction of deficiencies at no extra cost - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are named in the solicitation or attachments - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Trailers must be off-road capable and designed for secure transport of sensitive, high-value UAS equipment - Delivery required within 100 days of contract award - All trailers must meet detailed technical specifications outlined in Attachment J.2 - Total Small Business Set-Aside; award based on Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable offer
Description
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, Bighorn National Forest, Powder River Ranger District, requires delivery of two (2) new enclosed cargo trailers, off-road capable, to support the Region’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program. These trailers will be used to mobilize sensitive, high-value UAS equipment and related gear for a variety of missions including wildland fire incident response. All trailers must meet the salient characteristics specified in Attachment J.2 – UAS Trailer Specifications. See Attachment J.1 – Statement of Work and Attachment J.2 – UAS Trailer Specifications for full requirements. Questions Due: June 22, 2026 by 1600 (MT) Offers Due: June 26, 2026 by 1600 (MT)