The U.S. Forest Service is seeking qualified vendors to provide five Type 3H (Heavy) fire engines in body-only configuration for installation on Government-furnished 4x4 cab and chassis. The scope includes chassis modifications and preparation, body installation, a fire pump, a 750-gallon water tank, warning lights, a required graphics package, and all components needed for a complete operational unit. The apparatus must meet Forest Service national standard specifications, including NFPA 1900 compliance unless otherwise specified. Vendors must also include delivery of each unit and on-site familiarization training. Interested vendors must demonstrate their capability to produce apparatus meeting USFS requirements in an executive summary.

The U.S. Forest Service seeks proposals for five Type 3H heavy fire engines, body only configuration, to be installed on government-furnished 4x4 cab and chassis. The scope includes chassis modifications, installation of the body, a 750-gallon water tank, fire pump, warning lights, graphics package, and all components needed for a complete operational unit. Apparatus must meet Forest Service national specifications and comply with NFPA 1900 unless otherwise specified. Delivery of each unit and on-site familiarization training are required. Vendors must demonstrate their capability to produce compliant apparatus.

The U.S. Forest Service plans to award a firm-fixed-price contract for five custom-built Type 3H heavy fire engine bodies, which will be mounted on government-furnished chassis per national standard specifications. The contract is a 100% total small business set-aside under simplified acquisition procedures. Performance includes operational training and delivery to various locations in Colorado, Oregon, and South Dakota. The solicitation is anticipated approximately 15 business days after this pre-solicitation notice. Delivery of the completed apparatuses is required within 24 months from receipt of the first government-furnished chassis.