2026 Annual Review National Type 2 Firefighter Crews

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides consolidated answers to miscellaneous questions regarding the 2026 Type 2 Crew Program and related contracts (Type 2 BPA and Type 2IA Contract).

• Designated Dispatch Point (DDP) Submission: Actual DDP addresses must be submitted at the time of quote. The deadline for submitting documentation demonstrating ownership, leasehold interest, or legal control of the DDP is May 1, 2026. April 1, 2026 remains the quote submission deadline.
• Personnel Interchangeability: Key personnel are not interchangeable between the Type 2 BPA and the Type 2IA contract without prior Government approval for removal/replacement.
• CRWB Use in FFT1 Role: After award, a qualified Crew Boss (CRWB) can be used in the FFT1 role for flexibility or backup purposes.
• Non-Verified Personnel: Contractors are not limited to using only FFT1s from the Government's verified list for temporary or situational assignments after award. The FFT1 is not considered key personnel for the Type 2 crews.
• Scenario-Based Staffing: A qualified CRWB can be used as an FFT1 if needed, particularly when staffing flexibility is required for deployed crews.

This Q&A document clarifies submission deadlines and personnel requirements, which may impact how bidders prepare their quotes and proposals.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides consolidated answers to miscellaneous questions regarding the 2026 Type 2 Crew Program and the associated BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement).

• Personnel Roles: Key personnel are not interchangeable between the Type 2 Agreement and the Type 2 IA contract. Alternate ICT5s on the Type 2 IA contract cannot perform as FFT1s on the Type 2 Agreement.
• FEMA Training: There are no current plans to waive FEMA certification requirements. Available options for I-100, I-700, and ICS-200 are listed, with a note on accessing ICS-200 via the USFA website.
• ICT5 Certification: This agreement does not serve as a certification mechanism for ICT5s. Contractors are responsible for ensuring personnel meet NWCG qualification standards.
• Designated Dispatch Point (DDP): The deadline for DDP documentation is May 1, 2026, which is separate from the April 1 quote submission deadline. Contractors should provide DDP information with quotes when possible.
• Staffing Flexibility: While Crew Bosses are no longer tied to specific crews and personnel can be utilized across crews, contractors must demonstrate sufficient personnel to staff all awarded crews. Insufficient staffing may result in suspension of affected resources, with the contractor deciding which crews become unavailable.
• FFT1 Documentation: For FFT1s with old or illegible PTBs, contractors must provide sufficient documentation, including Exhibit D.9 resume, supporting experience, completed PTB, and training records.
• Crew Bosses: Previously approved Crew Bosses do not need to be resubmitted if they remain with the same contractor. They should still be listed in Microsoft Forms even if not tied to specific crews, as the Government maintains a centralized roster.

This Q&A document clarifies requirements related to personnel qualifications, training, staffing, and submission details, which may impact how bidders prepare their quotes and demonstrate compliance with the solicitation's requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a list of Interagency Dispatch Centers, including their names, addresses, and contact information. It appears to be a reference list for potential locations or points of contact.

• Names of Interagency Dispatch Centers
• Full street addresses
• City, State, and Zip Codes

This document may be relevant for bidders to identify potential operational locations or to understand the geographic distribution of facilities associated with the opportunity. It could be used for logistical planning or to identify specific regional points of contact if the opportunity involves services across multiple locations.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides consolidated answers to questions from vendors regarding the 2026 Type 2 Crew Program BPA.

• Pricing & Competition: The Government does not set a minimum bid price. Pricing is evaluated for fairness and reasonableness at the time of award, while "Fair and Equitable" rates apply to post-award adjustments. Vendors are responsible for accurate pricing reflecting their operational costs, and should not rely on post-submission adjustments.
• Training: Current options for completing I-100, I-700, and ICS-200 are available through contractors, with specific links provided for ICS-200. Language Skills Assessment (LSA) requirements are detailed in Exhibit D.7.
• Personnel Management: Personnel listed on multiple rosters must be accurately represented and available. The Government may require corrective action or suspend resources if staffing is insufficient. Personnel leaving a company is primarily a contractor matter, but roster accuracy and agreement requirements must be maintained.
• E-Verify Compliance: The Government will verify E-Verify compliance per FAR 52.222-54. Non-compliant contractors may face contractual remedies and increased oversight.
• Performance & Oversight: Company performance is evaluated by the Contracting Officer using methods detailed in Exhibit D.6, including incident feedback, inspection results, documentation compliance, and safety. A fully performance-based dispatch model is not yet implemented.
• Crew Management & Program Integrity: The Government is increasing oversight to address "phantom crews" or insufficient staffing through FFT1 verification and DDP accountability. Resources may be suspended if a contractor cannot staff awarded positions.
• Wages & Labor Rates: Applicable wage and fringe rates are governed by Service Contract Act wage determinations, specifically Wage Determination No.: 1995-0221, Revision No.: 73, dated 01/15/2026. Vendors should refer to the official wage determination in the contract.

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects of the solicitation, including pricing evaluation, training requirements, personnel management, compliance, performance evaluation, and wage determinations. Vendors should ensure their proposals and operational plans align with these clarifications.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides consolidated questions and answers regarding the qualification requirements for FFT1 (Firefighter Type 1) and CRWB (Crew Boss) personnel for the 2026 Type 2 Crew Program.

• FFT1 Submission Timing: FFT1 documentation is not required with the proposal submission (due April 1, 2026). Submissions are due by June 1, 2026, for guaranteed review, though later submissions may be reviewed at government discretion. FFT1 training can be completed after proposal submission.
• FFT1 Personnel Status: FFT1s are not considered Key Personnel requiring submission at closing, but documentation must still be submitted by June 1 for verification. Verification after June 1 is not guaranteed.
• Required FFT1 Documentation: Minimum requirements include Exhibit D.9 Resume, fire experience documentation, relevant certificates (e.g., S-131), and FFT1 PTB (Task Book). Full PTBs are required for verification.
• CRWB Changes: Crew Bosses are no longer assigned to specific crews and are managed via an approved roster for operational flexibility and oversight. Previously verified Crew Bosses do not need resubmission if remaining with the same contractor. However, if a verified Crew Boss is serving as FFT1, they must meet FFT1 documentation requirements.
• Roster Submission Deadlines: Rosters (B.5.3) are due April 1. FFT1 documentation is due June 1 for verification, while CRWB documentation is due April 1 for verification.
• Personnel Qualification Timing: Personnel must be qualified prior to mobilization, not necessarily by the April 1 deadline. Contractors are responsible for ensuring readiness at dispatch.
• Staffing Sufficiency: The government evaluates overall staffing sufficiency, not strict crew-by-crew mapping. Failure to provide adequate FFT1s/CRWBs may result in suspension of affected resources until compliance is achieved.
• Submission Method: FFT1 documentation should be submitted via a designated method (e.g., Box link) and not with the technical proposal.

This Q&A document clarifies submission deadlines, required documentation, and personnel status for FFT1 and CRWB qualifications, impacting how bidders prepare and submit their qualification packages. It emphasizes that qualification is separate from the initial proposal submission for FFT1s.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides consolidated answers to questions regarding the Designated Dispatch Point (DDP) requirements for the 2026 Type 2 Crew Program.

• Sharing DDPs: Multiple contractors can share a DDP if each has legitimate authorization and the location can support mobilization and dispatch readiness. There is no fixed limit on contractors or crews per DDP, provided operational viability is maintained.
• DDP Documentation: Contractors must demonstrate legal control of the DDP through property ownership, lease agreements, or written authorization. Proof of control is due by May 1, 2026.
• Facility Requirements: There are no prescriptive facility, infrastructure, or size requirements (e.g., minimum square footage, buildings, utilities). However, the DDP must be a legitimate operational location capable of supporting safe crew assembly and dispatch readiness.
• Operational Viability: This refers to the DDP's ability to support crew readiness, safe assembly, and timely mobilization. The Government evaluates this holistically, considering practical use, staging adequacy, and overall realism as a dispatch point.
• Zoning/Property: While the solicitation does not prescribe zoning requirements, contractors are responsible for complying with local laws. Zoning issues may affect operational viability.
• DDP Changes: DDPs can be changed after award, but contractors must notify the Government and provide updated documentation for approval.
• Crew Limits: There is no specific numeric limit on crews assigned to a DDP, but the location must remain operationally viable for the number of crews assigned.
• Crew Availability: Crews must be able to assemble in a ready status and mobilize within dispatch timelines. Contractors are responsible for ensuring personnel availability and realistic proximity/response capability.

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects of the DDP requirements, impacting how bidders should plan and document their proposed DDP locations and capabilities. It emphasizes operational viability and legal control over specific facility mandates.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a list of interagency dispatch centers and fire centers, including their names, addresses, and locations. It appears to be a reference list for operational or logistical purposes.

• Locations: Coeur d'Alene, Missoula, Phoenix, Tucson, Boise, Idaho Falls, Shoshone, Draper, Alturus, Camino, Redding, Yreka, Eugene, La Grande, John Day, Lakeview, Medford, Redmond, Colville, Wenatchee, Vancouver, Ashville.
• Facility Names: Interagency Dispatch Centers, Interagency Fire Centers, Interagency ECC (Emergency Coordination Center), Interagency CC (Coordination Center).
• Addresses: Full street addresses for each listed facility.

This document may be relevant to bidders if the opportunity requires interaction with, or delivery to, specific interagency dispatch or fire centers. It provides the necessary contact and location information for these facilities.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for commercially available Type 2 Firefighter Crews (T2C). The services are for fire suppression, All-Hazard incidents, and Severity/Preparedness assignments on a nation-wide basis. The acquisition is 100% set-aside for Small Business Concerns.

• Provide Type 2 qualified wildland firefighter crews.

• Services include fire suppression, All-Hazard incidents, and Severity/Preparedness assignments.

• Crews must be available for dispatch from Designated Dispatch Centers (DDCs) within a 100-mile radius.

• Offerors must identify key personnel (Crew Boss Primary and alternates) and provide their qualifications and training.

• Contractors must ensure all personnel have appropriate PPE, fire shelters, and serviceable tools.

• Specific requirements for vehicles, equipment, and communication (radios) are detailed.

• The effective period for the resultant BPAs will be 6 years from the date of establishment (May 11, 2021), with annual reviews.

• Fixed-price hourly rates will be requested.

• The dollar limitation for any individual order/call is $7.5M (FAR 13.5).

• Quotes are due on April 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Offers must be submitted electronically via email to Type 2t2uglw5ljiq5khiy@u.box.com.

• No facsimile or hard copy mailed offers will be accepted.

• Quotes must include a technical part and a business part, submitted as separate files.

• Evaluation will be based on (1) Quote Acceptability (assent to terms, key personnel, past performance) and (2) Price.

• Quotes must assent to all terms; exceptions will result in a "no go" rating.

• This acquisition is 100% set-aside for Small Business Concerns.

• Companies with existing BPAs are not required to submit complete packages, only forms in Section B.

• An approved Quality Control/Safety/Training Plan must be submitted within 30 days of award.

• Crew Bosses and alternates will be assigned from a Government-approved roster, not assigned to specific Type 2 crews.

Amendment / Modification

• Extends the current Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) through May 2027.

• Reopens the solicitation to allow new companies to submit quotes.

• Incorporates the most current wage determination.

• Updates clauses and sections B.5.3 and D.1.16.

• Includes updated notes for awardees and offerors.

• Clauses

• Section B.5.3

• Section D.1.16

• Notes to awardees and offerors

• Wage determination

• The closing date for receipt of quotes is extended to April 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.

• New companies are invited to submit quotes.

• A pre-quote meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time via Microsoft Teams.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 08) modifies the solicitation to incorporate changes discussed during the Q&A period of the pre-quote meeting.

Specifically, section C.24(b) is updated to add subparagraph (6), which states: "The NICC may change a resource status to unavailable in the system if the contractor turns down two assignments in one day, when listed as available. The contractor would need to update their status for the following day."

• Section C.24(b) is updated.

• The closing date and deadline for receipt of quotes in response to Solicitation RFQ 1202SC21Q0001 remain unchanged. Quotes are due no later than 2:00 PM Mountain Time, March 18, 2025.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains questions submitted by potential bidders and the government's responses regarding the 2025 Annual Review Type 2 BPA.

• CTR Verification: Overhead is authorized to define on-shift duties and travel expenses. Finance is responsible for verifying invoices against the agreement. For actual hours worked, finance should follow up with the government representative who signed the CTR.
• CRWB Credentials: The government does not certify employee qualifications; companies must provide documentation supporting employee qualifications. The government verifies these documents.
• Key Personnel Verification: If key personnel were previously verified with a different company, a new company must still submit a complete package for them unless they have been previously verified with the new company.
• Invoice Submission: Payment issues should be directed to the Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• E-Verification: FAR 52-222-54 is checked in the solicitation, requiring contractors to verify employment eligibility.
• Trainee Rotation: Trainees must be identified on the crew manifest, with a maximum of 3 trainees per assignment. The manifest should not be changed after submission.
• Key Personnel Substitution vs. Replacement: Substitution is temporary, while replacement is permanent.
• CRWB Roles: A crew can only have one CRWB position, and therefore only one trainee CRWB at a time. Primary CRWB and alternates are not interchangeable between companies.

These clarifications address specific operational, administrative, and personnel requirements, potentially impacting how bidders prepare their proposals and manage their crews if awarded the BPA. For instance, the clarification on key personnel verification and trainee rotation provides specific guidance on submission requirements. The document also references specific sections of the solicitation (e.g., D.1.5, C.24(b), E of the solicitation) for further details.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for commercially available Type 2 Wildland Firefighter Crews (T2C) to provide services on a nation-wide basis for fire suppression, All-Hazard incidents, and Severity/Preparedness assignments. The resulting agreements will be Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) with fixed-price hourly rates. The effective period for the BPAs will be 5 years from the establishment date (May 11, 2021), with annual reviews.

• Provide Type 2 Wildland Firefighter Crews for fire suppression and All-Hazard incidents.

• Crews must be qualified and equipped according to specifications outlined in Exhibit D.1.

• Key personnel, including Crew Boss (CRWB) and Squad Bosses (FFT1), must meet specific qualifications and experience requirements.

• Offerors must identify Designated Dispatch Centers (DDCs) and Designated Dispatch Points (DDPs) within a 100-mile radius of each DDC.

• Compliance with the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA) and H-2B worker program requirements is mandatory.

• Multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) will be awarded.

• The acquisition is 100% set-aside for Small Business Concerns.

• The effective period of the BPAs is 5 years from establishment, with annual reviews.

• Fixed-price hourly rates will be used, inclusive of all labor, equipment, materials, taxes, insurance, overhead, and profit.

• The dollar limitation for any individual order/call is $7.5M.

• Quotes are due by March 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Offers must be submitted electronically; no facsimile or hard copy mailed offers will be accepted.

• Submissions must include a Business Part and a Technical Part, submitted in separate files.

• Offerors must complete Microsoft Forms questionnaires for Company Information and Schedule of Items.

• Evaluation will be based on Quote Acceptability (assent to terms, Key Personnel, Past Performance) and Price.

• Quotes must assent to all terms; exceptions will result in a "no go" rating.

• Key Personnel qualifications must be documented.

• Past performance will be evaluated on a "go" or "no go" basis.

• Price will be analyzed for reasonableness.

• This acquisition is 100% set-aside for Small Business Concerns.

• Companies with existing BPAs are not required to submit complete packages but must respond to forms in Section B.

• Offerors must identify their Designated Dispatch Points (DDPs) and ensure they are within the maximum air mileage radius of the DDC.

• An approved Quality Control/Safety/Training Plan must be submitted within 30 days of award.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 07 to Solicitation No. 1202SC21Q0001, with an effective date of February 21, 2025.

• The purpose of this amendment is to conduct the 2025 annual review of previously established Blanket Purchase Agreements and to reopen the solicitation for new companies to submit quotes.

• Amendments issued prior to Amendment 07 are not required to be submitted.

• Contract clauses have been updated.

• Section B.5.3 has been updated.

• The latest wage determination has been incorporated.

• Contract clauses

• Section B.5.3

• Wage determination

• The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended.

• A pre-quote meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams on March 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.

• Questions must be submitted in writing to bryce.pitchford@usda.gov prior to the pre-quote meeting.

• The Closing Date and deadline for receipt of quotes is no later than 2:00 PM Mountain Time, March 18, 2025.

• Contractors are required to sign this document and return 1 copy to the issuing office.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for commercially available Type 2 qualified wildland firefighter crews (T2C) on a nation-wide basis. The services will be used for fire suppression activities, All-Hazard incidents, and Severity/Preparedness assignments. The acquisition is 100% set-aside for Small Business Concerns.

• Provide Type 2 qualified wildland firefighter crews.

• Fixed-price hourly rates will include labor, equipment, materials, State and Federal taxes, workman's compensation, insurance, non-compensable transportation costs, overhead, and profit.

• Contractor is responsible for furnishing and managing all equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, lodging, and trained/certified personnel.

• Crews must be located within 100 miles of their Designated Dispatch Center (DDC).

• Key personnel, including at least one Primary Crew Boss (CRWB) and two alternates, must be identified.

• Offerors must provide a Quality Control/Safety/Training Plan within 30 days of award.

• The effective period of the resultant BPA(s) will be 5 years from the date of establishment (May 11, 2021), with annual reviews.

• Pricing for subsequent years will be requested annually through an updated solicitation.

• The dollar limitation for any individual order/call is $7.5M.

• Quotes are due on March 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.

• No facsimile or hard copy mailed offers will be accepted.

• Submissions must include a Business Part and a Technical Part, submitted electronically.

• Evaluation will be based on Quote Acceptability (Assent to terms, Key Personnel, Past Performance) and Price.

• Award will be made to responsible quoters whose quotes conforming to the solicitation are advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.

• 100% Set-Aside for Small Business Concerns.

• Companies with existing BPAs are not required to submit complete packages, only forms in Section B.

• Offerors must complete Section B.5.1 (Schedule of Items), B.5.2 (Crew Capability), and B.5.3 (Key Personnel).

• The Government reserves the right to award any, all, or none of the CLINs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists various Interagency Dispatch Centers and their associated addresses. It appears to be a reference list of locations, potentially for logistical or contact purposes related to an opportunity.

• Names of Interagency Dispatch Centers (e.g., Coeur d'Alene Interagency Dispatch Center, Dillon Interagency Dispatch Center).
• Full street addresses for each listed center.
• Associated cities, states, and ZIP codes.

This document provides contact and location information for multiple interagency dispatch centers across various states. Bidders may need to reference this list to understand the geographic scope of an opportunity, identify potential points of contact or delivery locations, or fulfill specific requirements of a solicitation that involve these centers.