Fallers for West Zone Regions 5 and 6

The USDA Forest Service is reopening its original RFQ for Fallers and Fallers Modules to support local, regional, and nationwide fire‑suppression, all‑hazard, and Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) projects in Regions 5 (Pacific Southwest) and 6 (Pacific Northwest). The solicitation will result in multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements that may be used by State and Federal wildland‑fire agencies. Offerors must submit a complete technical quote—including validated VIN/serial numbers, equipment type, operational advantages, and at least one signed resume per Faller—through the VIPR Next Gen Vendor Application by 17:00 MST on 04/023/2026. All required pictures and documents must be uploaded in the system; omissions will result in rejection or placement on a DPL. The award will be limited to one resource per category/type nationwide, and the same Dispatch Center must be selected for any resource submitted under multiple categories. The amendment re‑opens the solicitation for “open‑season” onboarding per Exhibit H, using the same evaluation factors as the original award. Small‑business set‑aside applies unless market research shows insufficient competition; vendors meeting multiple socioeconomic criteria (e.g., HUBZone, SDVOSB, 8(a)) receive up to a 10‑point priority boost for Dispatch List placement. Offerors must adhere to FAR 52.204‑19 representations, provide the required technical documentation in the prescribed format, and address any questions in writing at least two weeks before the closing date. Failure to follow the detailed submission instructions may result in the offer being deemed unacceptable.

Notice ID

56417d5b0f42427c8fde174bdc642424

Solicitation Number

12569R23Q7002

NAICS Code

115310

Classification Code

F003