VIPR IBPA - Vehicle with Driver for Region 3
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) anticipates issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for Vehicle with Driver services for use in Region 3. This presolicitation is for Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs) to support fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work. The opportunity is a Total Small Business set-aside, with additional consideration for socioeconomic status. The solicitation will be issued via the VIPR Next Gen System, with responses due by May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide vehicles with drivers for local, regional, and national fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work within Region 3. This includes providing all necessary equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, lodging, and fully managed, supervised, trained, and certified personnel. Resources may also be used by interagency cooperators (DOI, NPS, BIA, State agencies). The USFS Fire and Aviation Management (F&AM) Regional Program Office Representatives will determine annual open-season onboarding periods.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business, with socioeconomic status advantage considered for DPL ranking.
- Response Due: May 4, 2026, 05:00 AM UTC
- Published: March 16, 2026
- System: Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System
Key Requirements & Process
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) and active SAM registration.
- Have a Login.gov account to create a VIPR Next Gen account.
- Submit quotes electronically via the VIPR Next Gen Vendor Application. Proposed rates must reflect up to a 16-hour daily shift and include all pricing elements. Vendors are encouraged to select dispatch centers closest to their resources to ensure timely response and best value to the Government.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Joseph Perkins at Joseph.PerkinsV@usda.gov or 202-981-4543.