Helicopter Operations Support Unit for Region 13 - National

The USDA Forest Service is reopening its original solicitation (12024B24Q7002‑0001) to onboard additional Helicopter Operations Support Unit resources for local, regional, and nationwide fire‑suppression, all‑hazard, and prescribed‑fire projects in National Zone Region 13. Offerors must submit a complete technical quote—including a minimum of nine photographs (e.g., a clear image of the manufacturer’s data plate showing VIN/serial number) that verify the helicopter’s existence, type, and claimed capabilities—through the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next‑Gen Vendor Application by 05 Nov 2026, 17:00 MDT. The quote must remain valid for 130 calendar days, and all required pictures and documents must be uploaded within the VIPR system; submissions outside the system will be rejected and the resource will not be placed on the Dispatch Priority List. This is a multiple‑award, blanket‑purchase‑agreement solicitation; award decisions will follow the original solicitation’s evaluation factors. Vendors meeting multiple targeted socioeconomic categories (HUBZone, Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned, 8(a)) receive up to a 10‑point advantage for Dispatch Priority List placement. Compliance with Exhibit H’s open‑season onboarding process and the equipment requirements in Section D.2 is mandatory for consideration.

Notice ID

ececd1982a084ef287b52190f7930a1e

Solicitation Number

12024B24Q7002

NAICS Code

488190

Classification Code

F003