USDA Forest Service Helitack Support Trailer
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 is soliciting quotations for a dual-axle towable Helitack Support Trailer for the Helena – Lewis & Clark National Forest in Helena, MT. This acquisition, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ), is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to support Wildfire and Helitack Operations. The government anticipates awarding a single purchase order.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one (1) custom-built, dual-axle towable trailer designed to transport and securely store Helitack-specific equipment and supplies. Key specifications include:
- Dimensions: 20' to 22' length (excluding tongue), minimum 7'0" interior height, 8.5' standard width.
- Configuration: Two rooms separated by an insulated wall with a pass-through door.
- Features: Ramp-style rear door with a 12" extension, insulated dividing wall, wear-resistant flooring rated for E-Track cargo systems, undercoating, power package with (3) 12-volt supplies, LED lighting, custom locker cabinets with USB ports, and antenna attachments.
- Weight: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) not to exceed 14,001 pounds. Detailed specifications are provided in Attachment 2 (Trailer Specs) and visual layouts in Attachment 3 (Drawings).
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Anticipated Award Type: Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336212 (Motor Home, Travel Trailer, and Camper Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance: Helena, MT.
- Delivery: No later than 120 days After Receipt of Order (ARO), FOB Destination Helena, MT.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Requirements: Quotes must include a technical proposal detailing trailer specifications and a price proposal (completed Schedule of Items). Both must be submitted as separate attachments (Word, Excel, or PDF) via email to the contracting officer.
- Questions Due: March 4, 2026, 5:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Quotes Due: March 11, 2026, 5:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Price (fair and reasonable) and Technical Acceptability. The lowest priced technically acceptable quote will be considered first, including Past Performance (Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable).
- Eligibility: Contractors must have an active entity registration in SAM.gov.
Contact Information
All questions should be directed to JoAnne Meiers at joanne.meiers@usda.gov.