Mobile Laundry Unit for Region 13 - National
Overview
Buyer
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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 Department of Agriculture (USDA), US Forest Service (USFS), National Zone (Regions 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6), is soliciting quotes (RFQ) for Mobile Laundry Units (Type 1 and Type 2). These units will be used during local, regional, and nationwide fire suppression and all-hazard incidents. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, lodging, trained/certified personnel, and supervision to meet or exceed agreement specifications for mobile laundry services. Resources may be used for severity, fire suppression, and all-hazard incidents. Optional use by Interagency Cooperators is possible.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Anticipated multiple preseason Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (I-BPAs)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), with socioeconomic status advantage considered per Section B.6.
- Rates: Proposed rates should be based on up to a 16-hour daily shift, including all items specified in B.2 (Pricing and Estimated Quantity). Payment will be at the rates specified in the agreement.
- Dispatch: Agreements will be competitively awarded within Regional dispatch centers. Quoters should select the dispatch center closest to their resource location to ensure timely response and best value for travel costs.
Submission Requirements
The solicitation will be issued using the Virtual Incident Procurement (VIPR) system. Vendors must:
- Have a valid e-mail address for all VIPR communications.
- Possess a valid Unique Entity ID (UEI) from SAM.gov.
- Maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Have a USDA Level 2 eAuthentication account to create a VIPR account.
- Submit quotes electronically using the VIPR Vendor Application.
Timeline
- Published Date: March 19, 2026
- Response Due Date: April 20, 2026
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Jennifer Travis
- Email: jennifer.travis@usda.gov
- Phone: 970-373-7170