VIPR I-BPA for Mechanic with Service Truck for East Zone (Regions 1, 2, and 4) ONLY
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service (USFS), specifically the ESB East Zone for Regions 1, 2, and 4, anticipates issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Mechanic with Service Truck services. This opportunity is for a VIPR I-BPA (Virtual Incident Procurement Interagency Blanket Purchase Agreement) to support local, regional, and national fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work within these regions. The anticipated response date is May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will be required to provide mechanics with service trucks for various incident response and project work. This includes, but is not limited to, fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed burns. Key responsibilities include providing all necessary equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, and lodging. Contractors must also supply fully managed, supervised, trained, and certified personnel to meet or exceed agreement specifications. Detailed equipment and personnel requirements will be outlined in Section D.2 of the forthcoming solicitation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (anticipates RFQ for VIPR I-BPA)
- Agency: USDA Forest Service, PPS Incident Procurement
- Product/Service Code: F003 (Forest/Range Fire Suppression/Presuppression Services)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Anticipated Response Due: May 4, 2026, 04:30 AM UTC
- Published Date: March 16, 2026, 10:39 PM UTC
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a presolicitation for an upcoming RFQ. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for the official solicitation release. For inquiries, contact Melissa Maestas at melissa.maestas@usda.gov or 970-508-0603.