VIPR I-BPA for Helicopter Operations Support Unit for Region 13 - National
ID: 12024B24Q7002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

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/226bb40d0fc6406c8d1201c19216b18c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the USDA Forest Service, is seeking qualified vendors for the VIPR I-BPA for Helicopter Operations Support Unit for Region 13, aimed at enhancing fire suppression and all-hazard incident response capabilities. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves a Multiple Award Incident Blanket Purchase Agreement (IBPA), allowing both existing and new contractors to submit quotes during the open season Onboarding period. The services are critical for effective natural resource management and emergency response, particularly in fire-prone areas. Interested vendors must submit their responses by March 2, 2025, and can contact Cristina Heaney at cristina.heaney@usda.gov or 406-599-3199 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cristina Heaney
    (406) 599-3199
    cristina.heaney@usda.gov
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