42--TX - MIDCOAST RFGS CPX - MULTI-USE AMPHIBIOUS TRACK VEHICLE WITH ATTACHMENTS

AI Summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior intends to award a sole source contract to Coast Machinery LLC for a multi-use amphibious tracked vehicle with attachments. This vehicle is essential for operations in wetland environments, particularly for wildfire suppression and hazardous fuels reduction. Interested parties may submit capability statements to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements.

Contract details

Solicitation No.: DOIFFBO260023
Notice Type: Special Notice
Posted Date: January 26, 2026
Response Deadline: February 5, 2026
NAICS Code: 336999 AI guide
PSC / Class Code: 4210
Issuing Office: FWS, SAT TEAM 2
Sub-Agency: US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Agency: DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Primary Contact: Arnold, Dana
City: Falls Church
State: VA
ZIP Code: 22041
AI Product/Service: product

Description

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE FOR FWS TEXAS MIDCOAST REFUGES COMPLEX, TX to acquire a multi-use amphibious tracked vehicle (with rotary cutter and trailer) TO COAST MACHINERY LLC.

THIS IS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT AND IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES.

The U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Acquisition & Property Management intends to award a firm fixed price sole source contract under the authority of:
FAR 6.302-1 Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements

To
COAST MACHINERY LLC
10012 Umbehagen LN
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
70817-7321, United States

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 336999 - All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing, 1000.

The purpose of this sole source award to COAST MACHINERY LLC is to acquire a multi-use amphibious tracked vehicle (with rotary cutter and trailer) capable of operating in coastal salt marshes and other wetland environments. This equipment is mission-critical for wildfire suppression, prescribed fire operations, and hazardous fuels reduction projects in areas inaccessible to traditional Type 6 wildland engines due to saturated soils and dense vegetation. Market research confirmed that no other vendors or products meet the required specifications and operational needs for this requirement.

This synopsis does not constitute a solicitation; however, if any interested party believes they can meet the above requirement, it may submit a statement of capabilities. The statement of capabilities must be submitted in writing and must contain clear and convincing evidence that competition of this requirement would be advantageous to the Government. If parties choose to respond, any cost associated with preparation and submission of data or any other cost incurred in response to this announcement are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed by the Government.

Capability statements shall be submitted by e-mail ONLY as a Adobe PDF attachment to the following address: dana_arnold@fws.gov

Key dates

January 26, 2026Posted Date
February 5, 2026Proposals / Responses Due

AI search tags

amphibious vehicles wildfire suppression equipment transportation equipment marine equipment environmental equipment

Frequently asked questions

42--TX - MIDCOAST RFGS CPX - MULTI-USE AMPHIBIOUS TRACK VEHICLE WITH ATTACHMENTS is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.