VIPR I-BPA for Fuel Tender for the East Zone (Regions 3 and 8)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service (USFS) anticipates issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for East Zone Fuel Tenders for use in Regions 3 and 8. This Presolicitation indicates the intent to award multiple preseason Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs) to support fire suppression, all hazard incidents, and prescribed project work. Quotes are anticipated to be due by May 8, 2026.
Scope of Work
Contractors will provide fuel tender services, including all necessary equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, lodging, and fully managed, supervised, trained, and certified personnel. Resources may be utilized for local, regional, and national fire suppression, all hazard response, and prescribed project work. Section D.2 of the solicitation will detail specific equipment and personnel requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: May 8, 2026 (anticipated)
- Published: March 20, 2026
- Annual Review: USFS Fire and Aviation Management (F&AM) Regional Program Office Representatives will determine annual open season onboarding for additional contractors.
Key Requirements & Submission
The solicitation will be issued through the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) Next Gen System. Vendors must:
- Maintain a valid email for VIPR communications.
- Possess a valid Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Maintain an active SAM.gov registration.
- Have a Login.gov account to create a VIPR Next Gen account.
- Submit quotes electronically via the VIPR Next Gen Vendor Application.
Additional Notes
Proposed rates must reflect up to a 16-hour daily shift and include all pricing elements from Section B.2. Agreements will be competitively awarded within advertised regional dispatch centers; vendors are encouraged to select the center closest to their resources. Optional use by interagency cooperators (DOI, NPS, BIA, State agencies) is permitted.