The USDA Forest Service seeks proposals for sixteen Type 3 fire engines, body only, to be installed on government-furnished chassis. The scope includes body installation, fire pump, water tank, and required training. [1][4]
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Requires submission of a production schedule based on government priority. [2]
Evaluation uses 'Go/No Go' ratings instead of 'Pass/Fail'. [3]
Place of performance is listed as 80742, DC, USA. [4]
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SOL+12318726Q0196+Type+3.pdfPage 9 of 22 2026 TYPE 3 FIRE ENGINES - BODY ONLY RFQ 12318726Q0196 ☐52.225-19 Contractor Personnel in a Designated Operational Area or Supporting a Diplomatic or Consular Mission outside the United States (May 2020) ☐52.225-26 Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (Oct 2016) ☐52.226-4 Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (Nov 2007) ☐52.226-5 Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or Emergency Area (Aug 2025) ☐52.229-12 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements ☐52.232-29 Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) ☐52.232-30 Installment Payments for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (
SOL+12318726Q0196+Type+3.pdf8.0 Deliverables / Schedules Contractor is required to submit a production schedule based on the Government provided build priority.
SOL+12318726Q0196+Type+3.pdf1.4 Factor 3: Cost/Price 1.4.1 Contract Cost/Price Submission Requirements: Price quote submitted on Schedule of Items Evaluation Criteria/Methodology: Quote/Proposal Metrics Section 3: Definitions 2.1 Go/No Go Ratings The term “Pass/Fail” will not be utilized in any rating; instead “Go/No Go” will be utilized.
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Page 9 of 22 2026 TYPE 3 FIRE ENGINES - BODY ONLY RFQ 12318726Q0196 ☐52.225-19 Contractor Personnel in a Designated Operational Area or Supporting a Diplomatic or Consular Mission outside the United States (May 2020) ☐52.225-26 Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States (Oct 2016) ☐52.226-4 Notice of Disaster or Emergency Area Set-Aside (Nov 2007) ☐52.226-5 Restrictions on Subcontracting Outside Disaster or Emergency Area (Aug 2025) ☐52.229-12 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements ☐52.232-29 Terms for Financing of Purchases of Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) ☐52.232-30 Installment Payments for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021) ☒52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer— System for Award Management (Oct 2018) ☐52.232-34 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Other Than System for Award Management (Jul 2013) ☐52.232-36 Payment by Third Party (Nov 2025) ☐52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984) ☐52.237-3 Continuity of Services (Jan 1991) ☐52.240-92 Security Requirements (Nov 2025) ☐52.240-93 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems (No 2025) ☐52.247-64 Preference for Privately Owned U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels (Nov 2025) ☐Alternate I (Apr 2023) of 52.247-64. ☐Alternate II (Nov 2021) of 52.247-64 Other Applicable Clauses 52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020) 52.216-19 Delivery – Order Limitations (Oct 1995 52.216-21 Requirements (Nov 2025) ☐Alternate I (Apr 1984) of 52.216-21 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity (Nov 2025) 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity (Mar 1989 52.217-7 Option for Increased Quantity - Separately Priced Line Item (Mar 1989) 52.232-90 Fast Payment Procedures (Nov 2025) 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (Apr 1984) 52.245-1 Government Property (Sep 2021 ☐Alternate I (Sep 2021) of 52.245-1
Page 8 of 22 2026 TYPE 3 FIRE ENGINES - BODY ONLY RFQ 12318726Q0196 ☒52.222-43 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards -- Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts) (Aug 2018) ☒52.222-44 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards -- Price Adjustment (May 2014) ☒52.222-51 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Maintenance, Calibration, or Repair of Certain Equipment-Requirements (May 2014) ☒52.222-53 Exemption from Application of the Service Contract Labor Standards to Contracts for Certain Services-Requirements (Nov 2025) ☒52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification (Nov 2025) ☒52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706 (Jan 2022) ☒52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Apr 2026) ☒52.223-2 Reporting of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (Nov 2025) ☐52.223-9 Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Items (May 2008) ☐Alternate I (May 2008) of 52.223-9 ☐52.223-11 Ozone-Depleting Substances and High Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbons (Nov 2025) ☒52.223-12 Maintenance, Service, Repair, or Disposal of Refrigeration Equipment and Air Conditioners (Nov 2025) ☒52.223-23 Sustainable Products and Services (Nov 2025) ☒52.224-3 Privacy Training (Jan 2017) ☐Alternate I (Jan 2017) of 52.224-3 ☒52.225-1 Buy American-Supplies (Nov 2025) ☐Alternate I (Oct 2022) of 52.225-1 ☐52.225-3 Buy American--Free Trade Agreements--Israeli Trade Act (Nov 2025) ☐Alternate II (Nov 2025) of 52.225-3. ☐Alternate III (Nov 2025) of 52.225-3. ☐Alternate IV (Oct 2022) of 52.225-3 ☐52.225-5 Trade Agreements (Nov 2023)
Evaluation and Basis for Award The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation.
1.4 Factor 3: Cost/Price 1.4.1 Contract Cost/Price Submission Requirements: Price quote submitted on Schedule of Items Evaluation Criteria/Methodology: Quote/Proposal Metrics Section 3: Definitions 2.1 Go/No Go Ratings The term “Pass/Fail” will not be utilized in any rating; instead “Go/No Go” will be utilized.
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The U. S. Forest Service (USFS) is soliciting a proposal from qualified vendors for sixteen (16) Type 3 fire engines, body only configuration, to be installed on Government-furnished 4X2 and 4X4 cab and chassis. Scope includes chassis modifications and preparation, installation of the body, fire pump, 600-gallon water tank, warning lights, required graphics package, and all components necessary to deliver a complete operational unit. Apparatus must meet Forest Service national standard specifications, including compliance with NFPA 1900 unless otherwise specified. Proposal shall include delivery of each unit and on-site familiarization training. Vendors shall demonstrate their capability to produce apparatus meeting the requirements of the USFS, summarized in executive form.
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Aug 20, 2026 · 4 fields changed
Notice typePresolicitationSolicitationResponse deadline2026-08-19T18:00:00+00:002026-09-14T16:00:00+00:00Archive date2026-09-032026-09-29DescriptionRequiring Office: USFS Washington Office Fleet NAICS: 336211 Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing. PSC: 4210 Fire Fighting Equipment Title: Type 3 Fire Engine The U. S. Forest Service (USFS) is soliciting a proposal from qualified vendors for sixteen (16) Type 3 fire engines, body only configuration, to be installed on Government-furnished 4X2 and 4X4 cab and chassis. Scope includes chassis modifications and preparation, installation of the body, fire pump, 600-gallon water tank, warning lights, required graphics package, and all components necessary to deliver a complete operational unit. Apparatus must meet Forest Service national standard specifications, including compliance with NFPA 1900 unless otherwise specified. Proposal shall include delivery of each unit and on-site familiarization training. Vendors shall demonstrate their capability to produce apparatus meeting the requirements of the USFS, summarized in executive form.The U. S. Forest Service (USFS) is soliciting a proposal from qualified vendors for sixteen (16) Type 3 fire engines, body only configuration, to be installed on Government-furnished 4X2 and 4X4 cab and chassis. Scope includes chassis modifications and preparation, installation of the body, fire pump, 600-gallon water tank, warning lights, required graphics package, and all components necessary to deliver a complete operational unit. Apparatus must meet Forest Service national standard specifications, including compliance with NFPA 1900 unless otherwise specified. Proposal shall include delivery of each unit and on-site familiarization training. Vendors shall demonstrate their capability to produce apparatus meeting the requirements of the USFS, summarized in executive form.
Jul 30, 2026 · 4 fields changed
Response deadline2026-08-06T18:00:00+00:002026-08-19T18:00:00+00:00Archive date2026-08-212026-09-03DescriptionThe US Forest Service intends to solicit and award a contract for Thirteen (13) 4X2 Med-Heavy cab and chassis, 33,000 GVWR; three (3) 4X4 Med-Heavy cab and chassis, 37,000 GVWR. Sixteen (16) cab and chassis total apparatuses, per USDA Forest Service national standard specifications issued March 2023(c). The contract award will include Thirteen (13) 4X2 Med-Heavy cab and chassis, 33,000 GVWR; three (3) 4X4 Med-Heavy cab and chassis, 37,000 GVWR. Sixteen (16) cab and chassis total, operational training, and delivery to various locations within Arizona, and California. The contract will be in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.1 - Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, in conjunction with FAR Subpart 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The resulting contract award will be a 100% Total Small Business Set - aside, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract. The anticipated date of solicitation will be approximately 15 business days after the date of this posted pre-solicitation. The anticipated delivery date of the type 3 fire apparatuses, according to USDA Forest Service Specification will be before or on 24 months from the date of receipt of first Government-furnished chassis.Requiring Office: USFS Washington Office Fleet NAICS: 336211 Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing. PSC: 4210 Fire Fighting Equipment Title: Type 3 Fire Engine The U. S. Forest Service (USFS) is soliciting a proposal from qualified vendors for sixteen (16) Type 3 fire engines, body only configuration, to be installed on Government-furnished 4X2 and 4X4 cab and chassis. Scope includes chassis modifications and preparation, installation of the body, fire pump, 600-gallon water tank, warning lights, required graphics package, and all components necessary to deliver a complete operational unit. Apparatus must meet Forest Service national standard specifications, including compliance with NFPA 1900 unless otherwise specified. Proposal shall include delivery of each unit and on-site familiarization training. Vendors shall demonstrate their capability to produce apparatus meeting the requirements of the USFS, summarized in executive form.DocumentsNot previously reported2