Hot Food Delivery Service for Wildland Fire Response (RFI)
ID: 1202RZ25Q0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, AT-INCIDENT MGT SVCS BRANCHBoise, ID, 837055354, USA

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- FOOD (S203)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b1ff2af6699c45e5ba5d8d79f73e593c/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 24, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 11, 2025, 10:30 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of Hot Food Transportation Services (HFTS) to support wildland fire response efforts. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights on the availability of vendors capable of delivering temperature-controlled food transport, staffing, and vehicle specifications necessary for operations in remote base camps and incident command posts during wildfire incidents. The information collected will assist the Forest Service in shaping its future procurement strategy while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines, with responses due by April 11, 2025. Interested vendors can direct inquiries to Donald Keever at Donald.Keever@USDA.gov, noting that this RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or a commitment to award a contract.

Point(s) of Contact
Donald Keever
Donald.Keever@USDA.gov
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RFI Hot Food Delivery Service.doc
Mar 26, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
The USDA Forest Service issued a Request for Information (RFI) on March 24, 2025, seeking insights on the availability of Hot Food Transportation Service (HFTS) vendors. This initiative aims to prepare for potential future procurement of services to support food distribution at wildland fire incidents. The RFI outlines the requirements for vendors, including the provision of temperature-controlled food transport, staffing capabilities, and necessary vehicle specifications. Responses to the RFI are due by April 11, 2025, and are for planning purposes only, with no intention to award a contract based on submissions. The document emphasizes the need for vendors to have appropriate equipment and personnel trained in food safety. It highlights the operational contexts in which services will be utilized, including remote base camps and incident command posts. The Forest Service aims to use the collected information to shape its acquisition strategy for future solicitations while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines. The vendor's capacity, experience, and pricing estimates are integral to determining viable options for meeting the service needs during wildfire events. The RFI does not engage commitments but facilitates market research to inform the procurement process.
RFI Questions.docx
Mar 26, 2025, 6:05 PM UTC
This document outlines vendor inquiries received as of March 26, 2025, concerning a Request for Information (RFI). A primary training detail mentioned is that only ServeSafe training is currently relevant, with no mention of other programs like RT-130 at this time. Additionally, there was a query regarding specifications for an additional 4x4 vehicle, which has since been decided to be omitted from the final draft of the RFI. This summary indicates the iterative nature of the RFI process, showcasing vendor feedback that influences document revisions. The purpose reflects an effort to clarify project requirements and ensure alignment with current training standards while adjusting specifications based on vendor input, which is a critical practice in government procurement processes.
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