VIPR I-BPA for Mechanic with Service Truck for the East Zone (Region 3) 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 East Zone and Region 3, anticipates issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Mechanic with Service Truck services. These services will support local, regional, and national fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work. This presolicitation is for Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs) and is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The solicitation will be issued via the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide a mechanic with a service truck, including all necessary equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, lodging, and fully managed, supervised, trained, and certified personnel. Resources may be utilized for the protection of lands, including severity, fire suppression, all-hazard response, and prescribed project work. Optional use by interagency cooperators (DOI, NPS, BIA, State agencies) is permitted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 5, 2026
- Published: March 17, 2026
- System: Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System
Key Requirements & Instructions
Vendors must meet specific requirements for the VIPR Next Gen System:
- Maintain a valid email address for all VIPR communications.
- Possess a valid Unique Entity ID (UEI), obtainable via SAM.gov.
- Maintain an active SAM registration.
- Have a Login.gov account for electronic transactions and VIPR Next Gen account creation.
- Submit quotes electronically using the VIPR Next Gen Vendor Application. Proposed rates must reflect up to a 16-hour daily shift and include all pricing elements. Contractors are encouraged to select dispatch centers closest to their resources for timely response and best value.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Sonia Torres, sonia.torres@usda.gov, 575-654-4207.