UTV Trailer

Background
This solicitation is issued by the U.S. Army as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a UTV Trailer, specifically the IAS Trail-Braker model. The acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, aimed at supporting small business participation in government contracts. The goal of this contract is to procure a high-quality, durable trailer that meets specific performance and functional characteristics outlined in the solicitation.

Work Details
The contract involves the delivery of 1 unit of the IAS Trail-Braker UTV Trailer. The salient characteristics required for this trailer include:
- Aluminum unibody construction for reduced weight and increased rigidity.
- Unique axle-free design allowing suspension components to be tucked above a reinforced skid plate.
- Two 2.5 watt solar panels mounted on the front wall to maintain battery charge.
- Weatherproof USB charging port and standard 12-volt power port for electrical devices.
- Pintle eye on tongue capable of 360-degree swivel to prevent decoupling incidents.
- Tongue weight of 9 lbs regardless of load distribution.
- Equipped with LED fixtures for brake, turn signal, running, and reverse lights.
- Front and rear mud flaps to reduce splatter from wet surfaces.
- Includes rubber chocks with dedicated storage holders.
- Four cargo tie-downs mounted off-edge for maximum deck use.
- Fenders with quiet ride clamps for securing tie-downs when not in use.
- Front and back pintel hitches allowing daisy chaining of up to four trailers.
- Electric drum brakes with an inertia sensor for emergency braking control across multiple trailers.
- Skid steer design for higher payload capacity and stability.
F.O.B. destination is required, and only new equipment will be accepted.

Period of Performance
Preferred delivery time is within 30 days from the date of order.

Place of Performance
Fort Campbell, KY Fort Campbell KY 42223

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide quotes that meet all specified requirements in the line-item description. Offers must include descriptive literature demonstrating compliance with salient characteristics. Only domestic products are acceptable; quotes including foreign products from non-qualifying countries will be rejected.