Rapid Extraction Module Support - REMS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks to obtain Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) support services for local, regional, and nationwide use, including fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed fire project work. The resulting agreements will be used by multiple State and Federal wildland fire agencies.

• The solicitation requires vendors to provide REMS support, which includes personnel, equipment, and transportation.

• Specific equipment requirements are detailed, including for OHVs (e.g., continuously variable transmission, spark arrester, specific tire tread, lighting, horn, fire extinguisher, ROPS) and general medical equipment.

• Personnel must meet specific training and qualification requirements, including NWCG standards, and possess valid Incident Qualification Cards.

• REMS Type I, II, and III have distinct personnel and equipment requirements, including rope rescue qualifications, medical certifications, and specific vehicle types (e.g., 4x4 OHV with ROPS).

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory for fireline personnel.

• Radio communication must be in English.

• The solicitation will result in multiple agreements (I-BPAs).

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implies multiple awards.

• The period of performance is 3 years from the date of award, with annual review modifications.

• The dollar limitation for any individual order is the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).

• Placement of orders is not guaranteed.

• Offers must be submitted through the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System.

• Quotes must include technical evaluation pictures and documents.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on operational acceptability of equipment/resource, price reasonableness, and past performance dependability risk.

• A 5% advantage is applied for socioeconomic categories (e.g., HUBZone, SDVOSB, 8(a), WOSB, EDWOSB) up to a 10% cap.

• The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• The offer due date is May 11, 2026, at 05:00 PM MST.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• Specific socioeconomic categories are listed in Block 10 of the SF-1449.

• Vendors must register and maintain active accounts in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Access to the VIPR Next Gen Vendor Application requires a Login.gov account.

• Exhibit M provides detailed Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL) for REMS Types I, II, and III, as well as optional equipment.

• Exhibit H outlines Geographic Area Terms and Conditions, including fireline qualification verification processes.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment updates the "D.2.6 - Transportation" section of the solicitation. Key changes include:

• Vehicles must be licensed and legally operable on all roads.

• Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,001 pounds or greater must have an annual USDOT certified vehicle inspection or a current Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Inspection (49 CFR 396.23).

• All vehicles must be in sound mechanical condition, capable of traveling at a minimum of 50 miles per hour, and legally driven on highways.

• Operators of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or greater must meet federal and state Commercial Driver's License (CDL) requirements.

• The amendment also corrects "60,000 LM" to "6,000 LM" in section D.2.1.1.

• Exhibit M has been updated: "OHV with Patient Extrication Capabilities, ROPS and DOT approved helmets" is moved from the Type II Optional Equipment List to the Type II Minimum Equipment List.

• A duplicate listing of "ALS cardiac Monitor/pacing/defibrillator with multiple leads" in Exhibit M has been removed.

• D.2.6 - Transportation

• D.2.1.1

• Exhibit M

• The effective date of the amendment is April 10, 2026, 11:37 AM MDT.

• The original solicitation amendment number is 12024B26Q7004, dated April 10, 2026, 10:34 AM MDT.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Rapid Extraction Module Support - REMS" and is intended to obtain services for local, regional, and nationwide fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed fire project work. The resulting agreements (I-BPAs) may be used by multiple State and Federal wildland fire agencies. An "open season on-ramping" process is initiated to ensure adequate resources.

• The core service is "Rapid Extraction Module Support (REMS)".

• Specific REMS types (Type I, II, III) have detailed personnel and equipment requirements outlined in Exhibits M and D.2.1.1.

• Equipment requirements include specific vehicle types (4x4 pickup, OHV with ROPS), transmission, tires, lighting, safety equipment (fire extinguisher, helmets), and communication devices (radios).

• Personnel must meet minimum qualifications, training requirements (e.g., NWCG standards, RT-130 refresher), and possess valid Incident Qualification Cards.

• Medical personnel (EMTs, AEMTs, Paramedics) must hold current licenses, have medical direction, and comply with state/local laws.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including specific footwear, hard hats, gloves, eye/hearing protection, headlamps, fire shelters, and flame-resistant clothing.

• The solicitation will result in multiple Inter-Agency Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs).

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implies multiple awards.

• The period of performance is 3 years from the date of award, with annual review modifications.

• Orders are not guaranteed.

• Offers must be submitted through the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System.

• Vendors must register and maintain active accounts in SAM.gov.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on: Operational acceptability of equipment/resource, Price reasonableness, and Past performance dependability risk.

• A 5% socioeconomic status advantage is applicable to DPL ranking for small business concerns.

• Technical quotes require specific pictures and documents to demonstrate operational acceptability.

• Offerors must agree to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS code is 621910 with a size standard of $22,500,000.00.

• Specific socioeconomic categories (WOSB, EDWOSB, HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, 8(a)) are indicated as potential set-asides.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.

• Exhibit H3 outlines additional terms and conditions, including geographic area requirements and open season on-ramping processes.

• Exhibit M provides detailed Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL) for REMS Types I, II, and III.

Amendment / Modification

• The response due date for the solicitation has been extended to May 11, 2026.

• Exhibit M, which was previously excluded in error, has been added.

• The response due date is affected.

• Exhibit M is added.

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to May 11, 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks to establish multiple Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs) for Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) support. These agreements will be used by various State and Federal wildland fire agencies for fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed fire project work. The government is procuring these services to ensure adequate resources are available to meet incident needs.

• REMS support services for local, regional, and nationwide use.

• Specific REMS types (Type I, II, III) with detailed personnel, equipment, and qualification requirements are outlined.

• Contractors must provide all necessary personnel, licenses, equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, and lodging.

• Equipment must meet specified standards, including OHV requirements, lighting, safety features, and medical equipment.

• Personnel must meet minimum qualifications, including certifications, training, and physical fitness standards.

• All personnel must be able to communicate in English.

• The solicitation will result in multiple I-BPAs.

• The period of performance for each agreement is 3 years from the date of award, with annual review modifications.

• The dollar limitation for any individual order is the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).

• Placement of orders is NOT GUARANTEED.

• Contract type is not explicitly stated but implies multiple awards under I-BPAs.

• Quotes must be submitted through the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Evaluation factors include: operational acceptability of equipment/resource, price reasonableness, and past performance dependability risk.

• A 5% socioeconomic status advantage is applied to the dispatch priority list for eligible small business categories.

• Technical quotes must include pictures/documents demonstrating operational acceptability.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the quote due date.

• The offer due date is May 5, 2026, at 05:00 PM MST.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (Block 10 of SF-1449 indicates "SMALL BUSINESS" is checked).

• Socioeconomic status advantages (HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, EDWOSB, WOSB, 8(A)) are considered for dispatch priority ranking.

• Awards to Government employees or Government entities are prohibited.

• Exhibit H details Geographic Area Terms and Conditions.

• Exhibit M lists Forms and Checklists.

• The solicitation references FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 clauses.