VIPR I-BPA for Incident Base Unit for Region 5 - Pacific Southwest Region ONLY

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Title:  

VIPR I-BPA for Incident Base Unit for Region 5 - Pacific Southwest Region ONLY

Agency:  

U.S. Department Of Agriculture

State:  

Idaho

NAICS Code:  

115310

Industry:  

Civil Engineering

Solicitation Type:  

Request for Quotation

Solicitation ID:  

12569R25Q7004

Open Date:  

7/1/2025

Close Date:  

7/15/2025

Last Updated:  

7/9/2025

Description:
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting quotes for the provision of Incident Base Units (IBUs) for wildland fire suppression and other incidents. The IBUs will be used to support fire suppression efforts in Region 5, Pacific Southwest Region. The contract will be a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with a dollar limitation for any individual order being the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). The contractor will be required to provide IBUs that meet the specifications outlined in the solicitation, including office trailers, tents, generators, handwash stations, and other equipment. The contractor will also be required to provide personnel to operate and maintain the IBUs. The Government will award a sufficient number of IBPAs to meet incident resource needs, and the number of awards will be determined based on historical usage and other relevant data. Some key points include: * The IBUs must meet the minimum requirements stated in the specifications. * The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations. * The contractor must provide proof of insurance and bonding. * The contractor must have a valid System for Award Management (SAM) registration. * The contractor must comply with the terms and conditions of the contract, including the payment terms and the requirements for equipment maintenance and repair. * The Government may perform random testing of the IBUs to ensure compliance with the specifications. * The contractor must provide a quote that includes all costs associated with providing the IBUs, including labor, equipment, and materials. * The Government will evaluate quotes based on factors such as price reasonableness, past performance, and operational acceptability. Some of the key equipment requirements include: * Office trailers * Tents * Generators * Handwash stations * Lighting * Sanitation facilities * Potable water tanks and distribution systems * Food service equipment * Communication equipment * Medical equipment * Fire suppression equipment * The IBUs must be able to operate in extreme environmental conditions, including high temperatures, dust, and smoke. * The contractor must provide a plan for maintaining and repairing the IBUs, including a plan for providing spare parts and supplies. * The contractor must provide a plan for training personnel on the operation and maintenance of the IBUs.
Attached Files:

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Contact Information:

RaShauna Workman(Incident Procurement Equipment & Services Branch)

rashauna.workman@usda.gov

(208) 296-8375

Budget Estimate (AI):

$100,000 – $500,000

The budget for this contract is expected to be in the range of $100,000 to $500,000 per year, depending on the number of IBUs provided and the duration of the contract. The exact budget will depend on the number of orders placed under the BPA and the prices quoted by the contractor. The Government will pay the contractor based on the daily rate for each IBU, which will include labor, equipment, and materials. The daily rate will be negotiated as part of the contract award. The budget will also depend on the level of service required, with higher levels of service requiring more equipment and personnel, and thus resulting in higher budgets. The contractor will also be required to provide proof of insurance and bonding, which may affect the budget. The Government may also perform random testing of the IBUs to ensure compliance with the specifications, which could affect the budget. Overall, the budget for this contract will depend on a variety of factors, including the number of IBUs provided, the duration of the contract, and the level of service required.

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