Pre-Season SCBA Physical and Fit Testing - Shasta Trinity, Klamath, & Modoc NF

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for pre-season SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) physicals and fit testing, along with spirometry testing, for firefighters across the Shasta-Trinity, Modoc, and Klamath National Forests. The services are required to ensure personnel are medically capable of using SCBA equipment in potentially hazardous atmospheric environments during fire suppression activities.

• On-site (mobile) SCBA physicals and mask fit testing.

• On-site (mobile) spirometry and audiometry testing.

• Respiratory examinations.

• Medical evaluations to determine physical and psychological capability to use SCBA.

• Required equipment includes a clinical-grade spirometer, SCBA fit test machine, and medical equipment for biometric measurement.

• Personnel must be certified as a Physician, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant.

• A Medical Director is required.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: May 11, 2026, to September 1, 2026 (approximately 4 months).

• Multiple awards may be made by location.

• Offerors must submit a technical proposal (including past performance for the last 5 years and technical capability) and a price proposal.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on recency, relevancy, and quality.

• Technical capability will assess the vendor's understanding of the work and acceptable quality level.

• Quotations will be evaluated using a comparative methodology to determine the best value.

• Offerors must have an active entity registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Questions are due by May 8, 2026, 2:00 PM Pacific Time, via email to danielle.dawson@usda.gov.

• NAICS Code: 624230 (Other Residential Care Facilities).

• Size Standard: $41.5 million.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation includes various FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions.

• Travel fees may be charged once per trip.

• Award may be made by location, with specific line items grouped for potential award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 01_ANSI Z88.6-2006 10 Special Testing 10.1.pdf", is the American National Standard for Respiratory Protection — Respirator Use — Physical Qualifications for Personnel, specifically referencing Section 10.1 "Special Testing" and its associated Annex C "Spirometry". It provides detailed guidance and criteria for medical evaluations to determine the physical suitability of individuals to use respiratory protective devices.

• Scope and Purpose: Defines the standard's applicability to medical evaluations for respirator users and provides guidance to physicians and health care professionals (PLHCPs) in determining medical suitability.
• Normative References: Lists related standards, including ANSI Z88.2-1992 and ANSI/AIHA Z88.10-2001.
• Definitions: Provides definitions for terms relevant to respirator use and medical evaluations (e.g., Body Mass Index, Canister/Cartridge, Fit Factor, IDLH, METs, Negative/Positive Pressure Respirator).
• Respirator Characteristics: Describes different types of respirators (Air-Purifying, Atmosphere-Supplying, SCBA, PAPR).
• Medical Evaluation Rationale: Outlines the importance of considering physical work effort, protective clothing, and environmental factors.
• Qualifications of Persons: Specifies that medical evaluations must be performed by a qualified physician or licensed health care professional (PLHCP).
• Evaluation Requirements: Details the information PLHCPs need from employers, including respirator type, work effort, duration of use, environmental conditions, and relevant program documents.
• Medical History: Outlines the use of questionnaires to gather information on past and present medical conditions, symptoms, and medications.
• Medical Evaluation: Describes the frequency and process of initial and periodic medical evaluations, including general considerations and temporarily disqualifying conditions.
• Special Testing (Section 10 & Annex C): Focuses on Spirometry and Exercise Stress Testing (EST) as methods to assess ventilatory and cardiovascular function. It details when these tests are recommended, how they should be performed, and how results should be interpreted, referencing American Thoracic Society (ATS) and American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) guidelines.
• Annexes: Includes forms and detailed guidance for medical examinations, questionnaires, and specific tests like Exercise Stress Testing and Spirometry.

This document is crucial for any bidder whose opportunity may involve the use of respiratory protective equipment. It establishes the medical and physical qualification standards required for personnel who will use respirators. Understanding these requirements is essential for bidders to assess the feasibility of their proposed solutions, identify potential personnel limitations, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. It may inform requirements for personnel training, medical surveillance programs, and the overall health and fitness of the workforce performing the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet detailing the Schedule of Items for the "Pre-Season Physicals & Fit Tests" opportunity. It outlines the specific services and quantities required for different National Forests and includes fields for unit prices and total prices, intended for bidder use in preparing their quotes.

• Services: SCBA New User Physicals & Health Screenings, SCBA Fit Tests, Spirometry Tests.
• Locations: Shasta-Trinity, Modoc, and Klamath National Forests, with specific addresses for travel.
• Quantities: Specified number of each service (EA - Each) and number of trips.
• Pricing: Fields for Unit Price and Total Price are provided for each line item.
• Notes:
  • Travel fees are per trip and may be charged if an appointment is cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice.
  • Award may be made by location, with specific line items grouped for potential separate awards.
  • Bidders can quote on an "all or none" basis or specify minimum items.
  • Bidders should leave blank any line item they cannot provide.

This schedule is critical for bidders to understand the scope of services, quantities, and locations required. Bidders must use this document to calculate their pricing and determine which locations or services they can offer. The notes provide important guidance on award considerations and submission flexibility.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in specific geographic areas. For this opportunity, it specifies the rates for California Counties of Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, Sierra, Siskiyou, and Trinity.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-5677, Revision No. 29
• Date of Last Revision: 12/03/2025
• Geographic Area: California Counties of Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, Sierra, Siskiyou, Trinity
• Occupational Listings: Includes a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and their required minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Notes that fringe benefits required follow the occupational listing.
• Executive Orders: Includes information on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations and minimum wage requirements for covered contracts.
• Benefits: Details Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55 per hour) and Health & Welfare EO 13706 benefits ($5.09 per hour).

This document is crucial for bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and benefit rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered federal contracts within the specified geographic area. Bidders must ensure their proposed pricing and labor costs comply with these determined rates to be compliant with the Service Contract Act.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act, specifically for the State of California, County of Shasta. It lists various occupational codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits. This document is crucial for contractors to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing contract work in the specified geographic area.

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job classifications relevant to federal service contracts.
• Minimum Wage Rates: The legally mandated minimum hourly pay for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Information on required fringe benefits, such as Health & Welfare, which are separate from the hourly wage.
• Executive Orders: Notes on the applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage adjustments).
• Conformance Process: Guidance on how to classify and determine wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

Bidders must use this wage determination to accurately calculate labor costs when preparing their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage and fringe benefit requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. It ensures that all covered employees are paid at least the minimum rates specified for their roles, promoting fair competition and worker protections.