Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service anticipates issuing an RFQ for a Mechanic with Service Truck for use specifically in Regions 1, 2, and 4. The resources will be used for fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work, with contractors responsible for providing all necessary equipment and personnel. The government anticipates awarding multiple preseason agreements under a total Small Business set-aside. Performance is tied to regional dispatch centers, and vendors are strongly encouraged to select the center closest to their resource's physical location. Quotes must be submitted electronically through the specified VIPR Next Gen system, and vendors must maintain specific registrations in SAM and have a Login.gov account.

The USDA Forest Service anticipates issuing an RFQ for a Mechanic with Service Truck for use specifically in Regions 1, 2, and 4. The awarded resources will be used for fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work locally, regionally, and nationally. Contractors must provide all necessary equipment, materials, transportation, lodging, and fully qualified personnel. No specific budget or performance location beyond the mentioned regions is detailed in this description.