J -- USDA Forest Service, Region 5, Pacific Sourthwest, Fleet Maintenance Services

The USDA Forest Service Region 5, Pacific Southwest, seeks potential sources under an Office of Manpower and Budget (OMB) Circular A-76 Cost Study to perform Fleet Maintenance Services. Region 5 is responsible for providing a safe and dependable fleet in support of the Forest Service mission. The fleet consists of approximately 5500 vehicles including a broad spectrum of equipment from ATVs to computer controlled fire apparatus to heavy equipment. The fleet is a diverse mix of vehicle manufacturers (Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Mack, International, Honda, Polaris, John Deere, Caterpillar, etc.) The fleet is located in urban and remote areas throughout the State of California. This listing should be considered neither final nor all-inclusive at this time. While the study being advertised is certain to occur, the amount of contractual-related information available for publication at this time is limited. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this study is 811198, Automotive Repair and Maintenance. The size standard for small business is $6 million. In accordance with FAR 5.205(e) to date two sources sought notices have been posted. Additionally, a special notice, R5SC0603058B, was posted on the Federal Business Opportunities web site www.fedbizzopps.gov to share the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and encourages comments from interested parties. To assist in developing a competitive contractual vehicle the Government will hold two pre-solicitation meetings;-Monday May 19, 2003 from 10 am to 2 pm at the National University Building, 2195 Larkspur Lane, Redding, CA 96002. For directions call 530-226-4000. -Wednesday May 21, 2003 from 10 am to 3 pm at the San Dimas Technology Center, Library Room, 444 East Bonita Ave, San Dimas, CA 91773 and Ontario, CA. For directions call 909-599-1267. Participation is voluntary, the Government will not reimburse any costs associated with participation in either pre-solicitation meeting. Pre-Registration is NOT required. Participants should bring a copy of the DRAFT PWS, it can be downloaded from http://www2.eps.gov/spg/USDA/FS/9JNE/R5SC0603058B/listing.html . All comments/recommendations will need to be submitted in writing at the meeting. Although forms will be provided, any format is acceptable; please include the following information with the comment; firm name, address, phone number, name of individual submitting the comment, any reference to the PWS, if applicable (ie. paragraph number/title). The point of contact for these meetings is Robin Fowler, 530-252-6657, email [email protected] . This special notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for bids/proposals.