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

The USDA Forest Service is soliciting quotes for Incident Base Units to support local, regional, and nationwide fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed fire project work. The solicitation is canceled and will be re-solicited due to defects. The contractor will be required to provide potable water hauling services, including equipment and personnel, to support incident operations. The contractor must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including those related to water quality, safety, and environmental protection. • The contractor must provide a potable water truck with a minimum capacity of 400 gallons. • The truck must be equipped with a pump, hoses, and fittings that meet NSF International Standard 61. • The contractor must maintain a free chlorine residual level of 0.2 ppm to 1.0 ppm in the water at all times. • The contractor must perform regular testing and maintenance of the equipment to ensure water quality and safety. • The contractor must provide records of activities, including water source location, dates, and times of loading and unloading, and test results.