New SEI Industries, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) "Dragon Eggs" Aerial Ignition Spheres

The USDA Forest Service (National Interagency Fire Center, Boise, ID) issued Sources‑Sought Notice 1202SC26SS0002 to identify vendors capable of supplying SEI Industries OEM “Dragon Eggs” aerial ignition spheres— the nationally recognized, NWCG‑approved product for use in Red Dragon dispensers. The agency anticipates a requirement of approximately 3,000 cases per year to stock multiple Incident Support Caches nationwide and seeks qualified sources for a future RFQ. Respondents must submit a 20‑page capability statement (including core capabilities, technology, past performance, and differentiators), company name, mailing address, SAM UEID and expiration, point‑of‑contact details, NAICS 115340 size standard, existing government contract numbers/schedules, and proof of authorization as a certified SEI Industries third‑party vendor/distributor. The response is due by 08:00 EDT, 6 April 2026, via email to Amy Tilley (amy.tilley@usda.gov) with “Sources Sought 1202SC26SS0002 Dragon Eggs Aerial Ignition Spheres” in the subject line. This SS is for market research only; no funds are available, no contract award will be made based on the responses, and the government will not reimburse any costs. All information submitted becomes the property of the Forest Service, may be used in developing future solicitation requirements, and must be marked as proprietary per FAR 3.104‑4 if applicable. The notice includes a total small‑business set‑aside (FAR 19.5) and emphasizes the critical safety role of maintaining a supply of Dragon Eggs spheres in accordance with NWCG aerial ignition standards.

Notice ID

3ecf0b015f024f8f8bdc6ae7e62a2329

Solicitation Number

1202SC26SS0002

NAICS Code

11

Classification Code

4210