Opportunity
SAM #12639526Q0273
USDA APHIS Solicits Fully Assembled Aluminum Boat, Engine, and Trailer for Great Lakes Operations
Buyer
APHIS Marketing and Regulatory Programs Business Services
Posted
August 25, 2026
Respond By
September 22, 2026
Identifier
12639526Q0273
NAICS
441222, 336612
The USDA APHIS Wildlife Services program in Michigan is seeking quotations for the purchase of a fully assembled aluminum-hull boat package to support operational activities on the Great Lakes. - Government Buyer: - USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Wildlife Services, Michigan office - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) fully assembled aluminum-hull boat (approx. 21 feet, welded hull, beaching plates, ladder, 70-gallon fuel capacity, capacity for 6 passengers plus 1,110 lbs. gear, supports outboard engines up to 300 HP) - One (1) outboard engine (minimum 250 HP, 4-stroke V6, approx. 4.2L displacement, electronic fuel injection, OEM digital or mechanical controls, max dry weight 567 lbs.) - One (1) commercially manufactured aluminum tandem axle boat trailer (aluminum construction, tandem axle, spare tire, DOT-compliant lighting, safety chains, appropriate braking system, GVWR for combined weight) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are named; the requirement is for commercially available, fully assembled equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Boat must be delivered fully assembled and ready for use - Delivery required within 45 days of contract award (early delivery accepted) - Inspection will occur at the contractor's facility - Boat and trailer must meet detailed technical specifications for safety and operational reliability on the Great Lakes - Procurement is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 441222
Description
Description - The Michigan USDA APHIS Wildlife Services program conducts operational activities on the Great Lakes requiring reliable marine craft capable of safely transporting personnel and equipment. Due to age and increased maintenance requirements, the current vessel is no longer adequate. A replacement craft is necessary to maintain operational readiness.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 12639526Q0273 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Boat Michigan USDA APHIS Wildlife Services program on the Great Lakes in accordance with SOW.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 441222 The small business size standard is $40.0 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.