Engine Replacement Fire 6372 Lassen National Forest
SOL #: 127EAY26Q0019Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Agriculture
Forest Service
LASSEN NATIONAL FOREST
SUSANVILLE, CA, 96130, United States
Place of Performance
Sparks, NV
NAICS
General Automotive Repair (811111)
PSC
Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, And Cycles (J023)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Mar 13, 2026
2
Submission Deadline
Apr 1, 2026, 12:00 AM
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Lassen National Forest is soliciting proposals for the replacement of a fire engine (Unit 6372) under a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. This opportunity is for full and open competition and seeks a contractor to provide all necessary labor, equipment, parts, and components for the engine repair and installation. Quotes are due by March 31, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The primary objective is to replace the failed Maxxforce 9 330HP engine (VIN: 1HTWCAZN6EH792527) of fire apparatus Unit 6372, returning the vehicle to full operational capability. The contractor will be responsible for:
- Towing the non-operable vehicle to their repair location.
- Providing a certified OEM or equivalent replacement engine.
- Safely removing the failed engine and installing the new one.
- Reconnecting and refurbishing all ancillary systems (cooling, fuel, air intake, exhaust, electrical, sensors, ECU).
- Performing post-installation start-up, basic testing, and calibration.
- Updating maintenance/service records and engine warranty documentation.
- Ensuring safety and compliance with NFPA standards, OEM manuals, and USFS requirements.
- Providing a minimum 3-year/300,000-mile warranty on parts and a 1-year labor warranty.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Contract.
- Period of Performance: Anticipated April 15, 2026, to July 30, 2026.
- Delivery: Within 60 days after receipt of order; early deliveries accepted.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.
- NAICS Code: 811111 (Automotive Mechanical and Electrical Repair and Maintenance).
- Product Service Code: J023 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, And Cycles).
- Place of Performance: Sparks, NV, United States (contractor's location).
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: March 31, 2026, 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
- Submission Method: Email to patricia.newberry@usda.gov. Subject line must include Solicitation No. and Pat Newberry.
- Required Attachments: Technical Proposal, Price Proposal (using Attachment 3, Schedule of Items), and Representations and Certifications.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Price, Technical Acceptability (exact brand/make/model, new parts, sufficient documentation), and Past Performance.
- Eligibility: Offerors must have an active entity registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Questions Due: March 23, 2026, 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Key Documents
- RFQ (127EAY26Q0019 RFQ Fire Engine Repalacement LNF.pdf): Provides full solicitation details, submission instructions, and evaluation criteria.
- Statement of Work (127EAY26Q0019 Attachment 2 Statement of Work 6372 Fire Engine LNF.pdf): Outlines the detailed requirements for engine replacement.
- Schedule of Items (127EAY26Q0019 Attachment 3 Schedule of Items Fire Engine Repair.docx): Essential for submitting the price proposal.
- Wage Determination (127EAY26Q0019 Attachment 4 Wage Determination 2015-5595 Rev 27 Dated 12-03-2025.pdf): Crucial for understanding minimum labor costs and ensuring compliance with the Service Contract Act.
People
Points of Contact
Pat NewberryPRIMARY
Paul WoodSECONDARY
Files
Versions
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Mar 13, 2026