US Forest Service Gila National Forest Tent Rental
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The US Forest Service, Gila National Forest, is soliciting quotations for the rental of a 100' x 100' structural tent to house fire supplies at their Silver City Interagency Support Cache in Hurley, NM. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract, set aside for Total Small Business concerns. The rental period is approximately from May 15, 2026, through August 31, 2026. Quotations are due by May 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide, deliver, assemble, disassemble, and remove one (1) 100' x 100' clear-span tent structure. Key requirements include:
- Maximum side height of 12 ft.
- Panels required on all four sides; panel openings are acceptable, but doors are not required.
- Roof panels must be translucent or clear to admit natural light.
- The structure must be securely grounded and capable of withstanding strong winds.
- The contractor is responsible for repairing any safety issues caused by wind.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Request for Quotation).
- Period of Performance: Approximately May 15, 2026, through August 31, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS: 532289 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing), with a small business size standard of $12.5M.
- Place of Performance: Gila National Forest, Silver City Interagency Support Cache, 158 Airport Road, Hurley, NM 88043.
- Payment: Via IPP.gov only.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotation Due Date: May 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
- Submission Method: Email quotations to Chris Wissen at christopher.wissen@usda.gov.
- Evaluation Criteria: Quotations will be evaluated based on criteria that determine the best value to the Government, including fairness and reasonableness of pricing for all individual line items. Offerors must hold prices firm for 30 calendar days.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Quotation Due: May 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Chris Wissen (christopher.wissen@usda.gov).
- On-site Contact: Joseph Vega (joseph.vega@usda.gov).
Additional Notes
A Wage Determination (No. 2015-5461, Revision No. 30) for New Mexico applies, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contracts in the specified counties.