Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear for USFS Region 5 within California
ID: 1161470Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 3Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/09815429f7e64fddb3ca5d2d520647dd/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking information from vendors capable of providing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear for Region 5 within California. The procurement aims to standardize and replace existing SCBA gear, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing interoperability for firefighting operations. Key specifications include the Drager PSS5000 or PSS7000 SCBA packs, which must meet NFPA 1981 and 1982 approvals, and include features such as a 45-minute carbon fiber cylinder and on-site training for equipment use and maintenance. Interested vendors must submit their specifications by 12:00 PM MST on December 16, 2025, to Megan Acord at megan.acord@usda.gov, and should be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for contract award.

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    Megan Acord
    megan.acord@usda.gov
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    A.3 SCBA Spec Sheet.pdf
    This specification sheet details requirements for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) for federal government use, likely within Region 5 Forests, emphasizing standardization for firefighter safety and interoperability. Key specifications include Drager PSS5000 or PSS7000 SCBA pack frames with Sentinel 7000 PASS systems, NFPA 1981 and 1982 approvals, and UEBSS. The SCBA must feature a 45-minute carbon fiber cylinder with a quick-connect system, a pivoting waist belt for mobility, and removable, vulcanized rubber straps for decontamination. Power management requires AA batteries with redundancy, and internal routing for electronics and air hoses. Face pieces must be Drager FPS 7000 with wireless HUD, available in multiple sizes with three sealing surfaces, and capable of passing NFPA speech intelligibility tests. The document also mandates vendor-provided on-site training for equipment use, care, maintenance, and initial mask fit testing.
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