Fire-Compliant Equipment and Vehicle Supply

The contract calls for the supply and ongoing maintenance of vehicles and equipment that meet strict fire-compliance standards, including mandatory installation of spark arrestors, fire extinguishers, and mufflers aligned with Forest Service Standard 5100-1a and the California Vehicle Code. All delivered assets must include water or foam delivery units to support wildfire suppression operations, ensuring readiness for high-risk wildfire environments. The equipment must be durable, properly engineered, and continuously maintained to sustain operational effectiveness under demanding field conditions. This is a total small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 448310, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the SBA. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, with responses due by 6:00 PM on May 12, 2026. The contracting entity is the USDA Forest Service, Southwest Region 6, with performance expected to support federal wildfire response efforts, though specific locations are not listed. The contract emphasizes compliance with federal and state regulations to ensure safety, environmental protection, and operational reliability for wildfire suppression teams.