VIPR I-BPA for Mechanic with Service Truck for East Zone (Regions 1, 2, and 4)
ID: 1202SB23Q7017Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS PPS INCIDENT PROCUREMENTBoise, ID, 837055354, USA

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/c8a5229704e74a7abc46dcf0913d2c13/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the U.S. Forest Service, is seeking qualified vendors for a Mechanic with Service Truck under the VIPR I-BPA for the East Zone, covering Regions 1, 2, and 4. This procurement is aimed at providing essential mechanical services during local, regional, and nationwide fire suppression and all-hazard incidents, as outlined in the re-opened solicitation originally numbered 1202SB23Q7017. The opportunity is particularly significant as it operates under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, allowing small businesses to compete for contracts that are critical for maintaining operational readiness in emergency situations. Interested vendors must submit their responses by March 3, 2025, at 17:00 MST, and can access the solicitation details through the VIPR Vendor application. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Melissa Maestas at melissa.maestas@usda.gov or call 970-508-0603.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dana Bangart
    (406) 552-9257
    dana.bangart@usda.gov
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