Tactical Water Tender Operations

This contract requires the provision of a fully operational tactical water tender complete with a qualified crew for deployment in wildland fire incidents, prescribed burns, and all-hazard emergency situations. The scope includes the responsibility for transportation, fuel, and maintenance of the water tender, ensuring continuous readiness and compliance with the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards. Additionally, all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) must be supplied to the crew to maintain safety during operations. The contract is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of Agriculture through the USDA Forest Service Procurement Support Services Incident Procurement division. It is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside and falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 238990. Responses to the solicitation are due by May 11, 2026. While details regarding specific locations and points of contact are not provided, the contract clearly emphasizes readiness and adherence to federal wildfire response standards.