VIPR I-BPA for Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Ambulance Service for Region 13 - National
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 conducting an annual review and "open season Onboarding" for Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Ambulance Services for Region 13 - National. This modification allows existing awardees to update agreements and new offerors to submit quotes for Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs) supporting fire suppression and all-hazard incidents. Responses are due by April 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
Purpose & Scope
This modification serves to conduct the Contracting Officer’s annual agreement review, incorporate 2026 clause, provision, and Wage Determination updates into existing VIPR I-BPAs. During this open period, vendors can:
- Update company information.
- Replace currently awarded resources.
- Add additional resources through onboarding.
- Change host dispatch centers within advertisement zones.
- Propose new rates (subject to fair and reasonable analysis). Non-response constitutes acceptance of 2026 terms. This is not a new procurement but an amendment to the original solicitation.
Contract Details
- Type: Multiple Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs).
- Duration: 2 years from original award, with annual review modifications.
- Set-Aside: Generally set-aside for small business concerns, with socioeconomic advantages (HUBZone, WOSB, EDWOSB, 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned) considered for Dispatch Priority List (DPL) ranking. May be unrestricted based on market research.
- Product/Service Code: F003 - Forest/Range Fire Suppression/Presuppression Services.
- Agency: USDA Forest Service.
Key Requirements & Clarifications
- Services: Provision of ALS and BLS ambulance services for fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed fire work.
- Vehicle Standards: Ambulances must meet specific typing (Type 1-4) and state medical requirements. An annual USDOT certified vehicle inspection or current Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Inspection is required; a DOT Number is not explicitly called for.
- Personnel: Minimum training (RT-130, ICS-100, NIMS) and qualifications are required. DOT medical cards and health screenings are only required for vehicles over 26,000 lbs, consistent with CDL regulations.
- Dispatching: Operational requirements are determined by Incident Management and State/local regulations. Vendors must comply with state laws and operate under appropriate medical direction.
- Licensing: A current ambulance certificate/license from the State of location is required if state licensing exists.
- SAM Registration: An active SAM.gov registration is mandatory for payment eligibility; inactive accounts will result in agreement suspension.
Evaluation
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.
Deadlines & Contact
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST.
- Submission: Through the VIPR Next Gen Vendor application.
- Contact: Cristina Heaney (cristina.heaney@usda.gov, 406-599-3199).