Rapid Extraction Module Support - REMS

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation to:

• Correct fireline qualification requirements for REMS Type 3.

• Fix system errors affecting REMS typing evaluations.

• The specific sections or attachments related to fireline qualification requirements and REMS typing evaluations are implicitly affected.

• The amendment extends the date and time specified for receipt of offers to 4/27/2026 2:52 PM MDT.

• Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Contractors desiring to change an offer already submitted must do so via letter or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and this amendment, and it must be received prior to the new opening hour and date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for "Rapid Extraction Module Support - REMS" services. The government is procuring these services to support local, regional, and nationwide fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed fire project work. The resulting agreements will be Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs).

• Services include Rapid Extraction Module (REMS) support.

• Specific REMS types (I, II, III) have detailed personnel, equipment, and medical gear requirements outlined in Exhibits M and other sections.

• Vehicles must meet specific requirements, including 4x4 capability, DOT approval, and proper maintenance.

• Personnel must meet minimum qualifications, training, and certification requirements (e.g., NWCG qualifications, medical certifications).

• Equipment must meet all applicable state and federal laws and be in good repair.

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

• The estimated value for the entire program is $22,500,000.00.

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

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

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

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

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

• A 5% socioeconomic status advantage may apply for certain categories.

• The offer due date is May 18, 2026.

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

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

• Awards to government employees or government entities are prohibited.

• The solicitation references numerous exhibits and FAR clauses that provide detailed requirements and terms.

• A pre-quote meeting is scheduled for April 10th, 2026.

• Vendors must ensure their personnel and equipment meet all specified requirements, including those related to safety, training, and certifications.

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.