TYPE 3H FIRE ENGINES

The U.S. Forest Service is seeking proposals for five Type 3H Heavy fire engines in body-only configuration to be mounted on government-furnished 4x4 cab and chassis units. Each unit must include comprehensive modifications and installations such as chassis preparation, a 750-gallon water tank, a fire pump, warning lights, and a required graphics package, all assembled to meet the Forest Service’s national standards and NFPA 1900 specifications unless otherwise noted. Vendors are required to deliver complete, operational units and provide on-site familiarization training for personnel. The solicitation, identified as 12318726Q0197, was posted on July 30, 2026, with responses due by August 19, 2026, and is classified as a presolicitation under NAICS code 336211 for motor vehicle body manufacturing. The contracting office is located in Washington D.C., and the place of performance is also in Washington D.C. Proponents must demonstrate proven capability to produce apparatus consistent with USFS requirements and submit a complete proposal detailing their capacity to fulfill all technical, delivery, and training obligations. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Kimberly Turner, with secondary support provided by Cassandra Carey. All proposals must align strictly with the stated specifications and include full compliance with federal procurement standards applicable to fire apparatus. The contract will result in the procurement of five fully functional Type 3H fire engines intended for deployment in wildland fire operations.