GRCA PURCHASE OF 4 MULES FOR PACKING OPS

The National Park Service is seeking to purchase 4 mules for packing operations at Grand Canyon National Park. The mules must be fully broke, at least 4 years old, and no more than 7 years old. The seller must allow NPS packers to select the mules from a herd, saddle, ride, and pack them in a natural setting. The mules must be able to handle the physical requirements of packing in Grand Canyon National Park, including extreme heat and steep terrain. A 6-month warranty is required, and the seller must be willing to exchange a mule if it does not meet the NPS packers' criteria. The period of performance is from September 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. • The mules must be fully broke and able to be saddled and ridden by NPS packers. • The mules must be able to handle the physical requirements of packing in Grand Canyon National Park. • The seller must provide a 6-month warranty for each mule. • The seller must be willing to exchange a mule if it does not meet the NPS packers' criteria. • The NPS packers will select the mules from a herd and test them in a natural setting. • The mules must be able to be shod and handled by NPS packers.