Lassen National Forest, SCBA Physical & Spirometry Testing

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to provide on-site Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Physicals Testing and Spirometry testing for employees of the Lassen National Forest. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• On-site SCBA Physicals and Spirometry testing as needed.

• Testing must meet OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1)).

• Medical evaluations to determine employee fitness for respirator use.

• Components of medical evaluation include: physical examination, medical history, heart disease, high blood pressure, lung disease, skin problems, seizures and substance abuse, claustrophobia and anxiety, eyeglasses/contacts, pulmonary testing, and EKG (at PLHCP discretion).

• Consideration of equipment and conditions, including SCBA weight (up to 35 lbs), use of SCBA/PPE for up to two hours, heavy physical exertion (50 lbs lifting), potential use of Structure Fire Ensemble, and high temperatures.

• PLHCP to recommend in writing employee's ability to wear SCBA/PPE with any use restrictions and periodicity of medical evaluations.

• Spirometry or Exercise Stress Testing (EST) may be authorized if additional information is needed by the PLHCP.

• Award Type: Firm-fixed award anticipated.

• Period of Performance: 05/20/2026 – 09/30/2026.

• Estimated quantities are in the Schedule of Items, but only actual services performed will be invoiceable.

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email to margaret.forrest@usda.gov by 05/13/2026, 4:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time.

• Required attachments: Technical Proposal, Price Proposal, and Representations and Certifications (in Word, Excel, or PDF format).

• Evaluation: Lowest price technically acceptable criteria. Evaluation factors include Price, Equipment and Technical Capability, and Relevant Past Performance.

• Quoters must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Quotes must not take exception to terms and conditions.

• Quoters must be verified as Small Businesses.

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 621340 – Offices of Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapist and Audiologists.

• Small business size standard: $12.5 million.

• Attachment 1: Solicitation Terms and Conditions

• Attachment 2: Statement of Work

• Attachment 3: Schedule of Items

• Attachment 4: Wage Determination

• Point of Contact for questions: Margaret Forrest (margaret.forrest@usda.gov).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document solicits services for annual on-site Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Physicals and Spirometry Testing for employees of the Lassen National Forest. The purpose is to medically evaluate employees to ensure they can safely use respirators, which is a requirement for effective Respiratory Protection Programs and for firefighters working in hazardous environments.

• Annual on-site SCBA Physicals and Health Screening.

• Spirometry Testing, meeting OSHA Regulations (29 CFR 1910.134(e)(1)).

• Medical evaluations to determine employee capability to use SCBA/PPE, considering physically demanding work, high temperatures, and potential hazardous atmospheric environments.

• Medical evaluation components include: physical examination, medical history, assessment for heart disease, high blood pressure, lung disease, sinus conditions, skin problems, seizures, substance abuse, claustrophobia, anxiety, eyeglasses/contacts, pulmonary testing, and EKG (at PLHCP discretion).

• Contractor must provide a medical facility within 300 miles of Susanville, CA 96130 for exams, or conduct on-site visits.

• Provide documentation of tests taken to government employees at time of service.

• Provide a written recommendation from the Physician or other Licensed Health Care Professional (PLHCP) regarding the employee's ability to safely use SCBA.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implies ongoing need for annual testing.

• Contract Type: Not specified.

• Estimated Value: Not specified.

• The document outlines the technical requirements and instructions for the physician performing the evaluations.

• It references Appendices B (Physician Instructions) and C (Respirator Medical Evaluation Questionnaire) for detailed information.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this section, but focus on meeting the technical and medical requirements.

• Not specified.

• The PLHCP will recommend periodicity of medical evaluations on Appendix C.

• Spirometry or Exercise Stress Testing (EST) may be authorized if needed.

• Government Furnished items are N/A.

• Travel is N/A.

• Contractor's Key Personnel must be qualified.

• Data Rights: Patient Personally Identifiable Information (PPI) should not be included in data to the government. All data obtained from testing will remain confidential.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items for the "SCBA Physicals & Spirometry Testing" project. It is intended for vendors to provide pricing for the listed supplies and services.

• Item 0001: SCBA Physicals & Health Screenings (Quantity: 79, Unit of Issue: EA)
• Item 0002: Spirometry Testing (Quantity: 79, Unit of Issue: EA)
• Item 0003: Mileage
• Fields for Vendor Name and Vendor UEI are provided.
• Columns for Unit Price and Total Price are included for each item.

Bidders must complete this schedule with their proposed unit and total prices for each item to be considered for this opportunity. This document directly impacts proposal preparation and will likely be used in the evaluation of pricing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5679, Revision No. 29) for the County of Lassen, California, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work in that locality.

• Occupational Listing: Provides a comprehensive list of job classifications with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Details required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), Health & Welfare EO 13706 ($5.09/hour or $203.60/week), Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years), and Holidays (11 paid holidays per year).
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining specific requirements and rates.
• Hazardous Pay: Specifies hazardous pay differentials (8% or 4%) for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for furnishing and maintaining uniforms, including reimbursement rates for cleaning.
• Conformance Process: Details the procedure (Standard Form 1444) for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for any contract requiring services in Lassen County, California. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to comply with the Service Contract Act. Failure to adhere to these rates can lead to contract violations.