Heavy Equipment with Water: Includes: Pumper Cat, Skidgine, Softtrack

The U.S. Forest Service is planning a recompete solicitation for Heavy Equipment with Water capabilities, specifically including Pumper Cat, Skidgine, and Softtrack systems, to be awarded as an Incident Blanket Purchase Agreement. This procurement is part of a recurring five-year cycle and is scheduled for release in fiscal year 2035, ensuring continuity of critical firefighting and incident response resources across designated zones. The equipment is essential for rapid deployment in remote or challenging terrain where water access and mobility are crucial for wildland fire suppression efforts. This solicitation is publicly forecasted with a posting date of August 1, 2026, and falls under the Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, with no set-aside designation specified. While details such as NAICS code, point of contact, and specific performance locations are not provided, the intent is to secure reliable, scalable equipment through a long-term agreement that supports incident response operations nationwide. The official announcement and further details will be made accessible through the Forest Service’s business and contracting portal.