Small Business Subcontractor Participation (DBE/MBE/WBE)

This contract offers an opportunity for disadvantaged, minority, women-owned, or HUBZone small businesses to participate as subcontractors on emergency mechanic Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) with the U.S. Forest Service in Regions 5 and 6. The work falls under NAICS code 811111, which pertains to automotive mechanical and electrical repair services. The contract is issued by the USDA Forest Service's Incident Procurement division, aimed at promoting small business participation through a Small Business Administration set-aside program. The solicitation was posted on April 22, 2026, with a response deadline of May 12, 2026. While specific details about the place of performance and office location are not provided, the primary focus is to engage eligible small business subcontractors to support emergency mechanical repair needs within designated U.S. Forest Service regions. This initiative emphasizes inclusivity and supports small businesses in contributing to critical emergency response efforts for federal forest lands.