2025 I-BPA (VIPR) Fire Vendor Outreach Sessions
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA FOREST SERVICEBOISE, ID, 83705, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- FOREST-RANGE FIRE SUPPRESSION/PRESUPPRESSION (F003)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/560c04c715094765b489376b7cb1effe/view
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    The USDA Forest Service is hosting the 2025 I-BPA (VIPR) Fire Vendor Outreach Sessions aimed at engaging small businesses in the forestry support sector. This initiative is part of a Total Small Business Set-Aside, focusing on procurement opportunities related to natural resources and conservation, specifically in forest and range fire suppression and presuppression activities. The outreach sessions are crucial for fostering partnerships and enhancing the capabilities of small businesses to meet the needs of the Forest Service in managing fire-related challenges. Interested vendors should stay informed about the sessions and related opportunities as they arise, although specific contact information and deadlines have not been provided in the overview.

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