Request for Quote for Pump Attachments Compatible with WATERAX MARK-3 and Mercedes Textiles Wick Fire Pumps

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of fire pump components. The government is seeking to acquire specific parts for fire pumps used by the USDA Forest Service.

• 460 units of automatic pump hand primers (NFES 0145)
• 668 units of automatic check and bleeder valves (NFES 0228)
• 1,100 units of pressure relief valves (NFES 0229)

All items must be compatible with WATERAX MARK-3 and Mercedes Textiles Wick fire pumps.

• Period of Performance: June 22, 2026, to December 31, 2026

• Delivery Date: December 31, 2026

• Delivery Terms: FOB Destination to the Northern Rockies Area Incident Support Cache (NRK) in Missoula, MT.

• NAICS Code: 332911 (Metal Tank and Industrial Container Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 750 employees

• The offer due date is June 17, 2026, at 1700 local time.

• Specific submission instructions are detailed within the referenced attachments.

This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference.
• Several attachments are provided and referenced for detailed information:
  • Attachment 1: Terms & Conditions
  • Attachment 2: Fire Pump Specifications (for reference)
  • Attachment 3: Offeror's Information
  • Attachment 4: Past Performance Questionnaire

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 3 to Solicitation 1202SC26Q2707, titled "Offeror's Information." It serves as a form for potential bidders to provide their company details.

• Company Name

• Company Address

• Company Point of Contact (POC)

• E-Mail Address

• Phone Number

• CAGE #

• UEI #

• TAX ID #

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. A link to SAM.gov is provided.

• All invoices must be submitted via the electronic Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), a mandatory requirement. A link to IPP information is provided.

• The document explicitly states that NO BONDING IS REQUIRED.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the purchase and delivery of specific fire pump attachments. The government is procuring QTY. 460 pump hand primers, QTY. 668 automatic check and bleeder valves, and QTY. 1,100 pressure relief valves. These items are identified by National Fire Equipment System (NFES) catalog numbers: 0145 (primers), 0228 (check and bleeder valves), and 0229 (pressure relief valves). The items are to be delivered to the Northern Rockies Area Incident Support Cache (NRK) in Missoula, MT.

• Items:

  • 460 Pump Hand Primers (NFES 000145)
  • 668 Automatic Check and Bleeder Valves (NFES 0228)
  • 1,100 Pressure Relief Valves (NFES 0229)

• Specifications: Detailed drawings and specifications for each item are referenced on pages 3 and 4.

• Delivery: F.O.B. Destination.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price stand-alone Purchase Order (PO).

• Period of Performance: Deliveries are split into two shipments:

  • Shipment 1: No later than September 24, 2026.
  • Shipment 2: No later than December 31, 2026.

• Early deliveries are accepted.

• Quotation Submission: Contractors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, considering Technical and Past Performance (combined, equal to Price). Quotes will be evaluated for technical acceptability and fair and reasonable pricing.

• Key Deadlines:

  • Questions due: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time.
  • Offer acceptance period: 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Not explicitly stated, but standard FAR clauses related to small business concerns are included.

• This solicitation includes numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses and provisions incorporated by reference.

• Offerors are not required to provide Past Performance data; the Government will pull CPARS data. If CPARS data is unavailable, three relevant Past Performance Questionnaires are required.

• Attachments include Terms and Conditions, Fire Pump Specifications, Offeror's Information, and a Past Performance Questionnaire.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed specifications for the WATERAX MARK-3® Portable Fire Pump, intended as a reference for potential bidders. It outlines the pump's capabilities, features, and technical details.

• Performance: Achieves pressures up to 380 PSI (26.2 BAR) and flow rates up to 98 GPM (371 L/Min). Maximum head of 878' (268 m).
• Engine: WATERAX 185cc, 2-stroke, 10 hp engine.
• Pump End: Detachable 4-stage centrifugal pump with lightweight aluminum alloy components and anodized parts for corrosion resistance.
• Features: Quick release clamp, sealed bearing, foam compatible, maintenance-free.
• Compliance: Meets or exceeds USDA Forest Service SPECIFICATION 5100-274, Qualified under QPL Number 274-001.
• Configurations: Details various MARK-3® pump configurations and their associated engine/fuel connections, discharge/suction threads, and optional kits.
• Dimensions & Weight: Provides physical dimensions and weight for the MARK-3® pump.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the technical specifications of the fire pump required for the opportunity. It helps in assessing if their proposed equipment meets or exceeds the government's stated requirements, particularly concerning performance, compliance with USDA specifications, and physical attributes.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 4, a Past Performance Questionnaire, for Solicitation 1202SC26Q2707 concerning Pump Attachments. Its purpose is to collect feedback from past performance assessors to aid in the evaluation of proposals received for this solicitation.

• Section A: To be completed by the Offeror, providing contractor information and authorizing the release of past performance data.
• Section B: To be completed by the assessor, evaluating the contractor's performance based on Quality of Service, Schedule, and Business Relations using an "Acceptable (A)" or "Unacceptable (U)" rating scale. Rationale is required for assigned ratings.
• Rating Scale Definitions: Provides descriptions for "Acceptable" and "Unacceptable" ratings.
• Assessor Information: Fields for the assessor's name, title, contact information, and role in the contract.

Offerors must provide this entire document to their chosen assessors. Assessors will complete Section B and submit it directly to the government. Offerors will only submit Section A of the questionnaire with their proposal. The deadline for assessors to submit their completed questionnaires is Friday, June 19, 2026, by 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, to shannon.meadows@usda.gov.