Red Dragon Sphere Launcher Purchase

The Tonasket Ranger District of the Okanogan National Forest is procuring an Aerial Ignition Sphere Launcher, specifically the SEI Red Dragon model, to replace their existing unit purchased in 2009. This purchase aligns with the guidelines specified in the Interagency Aerial Ignition Guide published by the National Wildfire Coordination Group, which lists the Red Dragon as an approved aerial ignition system. The district already has spheres and parts compatible with this machine, and all associated training and experience have been specifically tailored to this equipment, making replacement with a different system impractical due to incompatibility of materials, mounts, and training. This contract is conducted as a single source procurement under FAR 13.106(b), as the Red Dragon is considered the only reasonably available source within the simplified acquisition threshold. The procurement is managed by the Gifford Pinchot National Forest office in Vancouver, Washington. It is not a competitive solicitation; no formal solicitation documents are available, and unsolicited telephone inquiries will not be accepted. However, vendors who believe they can supply equivalent equipment may submit written documentation for future consideration, though this current action expressly limits sourcing to the Red Dragon launcher specified. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Michael L. Johnson, reachable by phone or email.