Indefinite Delivery Contract 1202SB25T7827

The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) in the East Zone Regions 1, 2, 4, and 9 has awarded a $250,000 Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to Montrose Hell Fighters, a self-certified small disadvantaged and woman-owned business, for water handling services to support fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed project work. The multiple award VIPR I-BPA (Incident Blanket Purchase Agreement) contract, with an ultimate completion date of June 1, 2025, enables the USFS to efficiently procure water handling equipment and personnel services across 13 states through firm-fixed price delivery orders. Montrose Hell Fighters specializes in providing wildland firefighting assets and operational support, and has an extensive history of IDIQ and firm-fixed price contract awards with the USFS to deliver critical firefighting resources such as engines, water tenders, and trained personnel. The original solicitation was designated as a total small business set-aside, with the agency retaining the option to annually review potential on-ramping of additional contractors or resources during the contract period.

The USFS contract aims to secure a reliable, flexible source of water handling support for fire suppression, all-hazard incidents, and prescribed projects across the Eastern regions. Qualified vendors must meet key requirements such as a valid email address, Unique Entity ID, active SAM registration, and a Login.gov account to access the VIPR system. Proposed rates should accommodate up to 16-hour daily shifts, with payment determined by the agreement rates in effect at the time of order. While the specific award value is capped at $250,000, the contract allows for optional use by other federal land management agencies, including the Department of Interior, National Park Service, and Bureau of Indian Affairs.