New SEI Industries, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) "Dragon Eggs" Aerial Ignition Spheres
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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 USDA Forest Service (USFS) National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify vendors capable of providing new SEI Industries, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) "Dragon Eggs" Aerial Ignition Spheres. This market research aims to inform a potential future Request for Quote (RFQ) for these critical fire fighting supplies. Responses are due by March 26, 2026.
Purpose & Background
This Sources Sought is for information and planning purposes only. The USFS NIFC intends to procure an estimated 3,000 cases per year of "Dragon Eggs" Aerial Ignition Spheres for use during prescribed burns and wildfire incidents. These spheres are recommended by SEI Industries and are compatible with NWCG-approved aerial ignition devices, which are the national and interagency standard.
Deliverables & Key Requirements
Vendors should be capable of providing SEI Industries (OEM) "Dragon Eggs" Aerial Ignition Spheres to multiple Incident Support Caches nationwide. Respondents must submit a capability statement (limited to 20 pages) outlining:
- Core capabilities, available technology, past performance, and other differentiators.
- Company Name, Mailing Address, SAM UEID number & expiration date.
- Company Point of Contact (name, telephone, e-mail).
- Company's Size Standard (based on NAICS Code 115340 or pertaining).
- Existing Government Contract Numbers and Schedules (if any).
- Proof of SEI Industries authorization as a certified 3rd party vendor/authorized distributor.
- Any other pertinent information to assist the government in adjusting specifications for a follow-on solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time
- Published: March 19, 2026
- Place of Performance: Prescott, AZ
Submission Information
Responses must be submitted via email to amy.tilley@usda.gov. The subject line should reference "Sources Sought 1202SC26SS0002 'Dragon Eggs' Aerial Ignition Spheres".
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded based on this notice. The government will not pay for response expenses. Submitted information may be used to develop the acquisition strategy and Statement of Work for a future solicitation.