DDP Questions and Answers.pdf
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- 2026 Annual Review National Type 2 Firefighter Crews Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 1202SC21Q0001
- Issued by
- Department of Agriculture Forest Service
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This document is a consolidated Questions and Answers (Q&A) file addressing Designated Dispatch Point (DDP) requirements for the 2026 Type 2 Crew Program under solicitation 1202SC21Q0001. The Q&A clarifies operational and administrative requirements for contractors establishing dispatch locations for fire crew mobilization and response. Multiple contractors may share a single DDP provided each has legitimate legal control and the location can support mobilization and dispatch readiness. Contractors must demonstrate legal control through property ownership records, lease agreements, written authorization from property owners, or comparable documentation; proof of ownership or control is due May 1, 2026. The Government reserves the right to verify DDP information at any time through documentation review or other reasonable verification methods, though routine site inspections are not planned.
The solicitation does not prescribe specific facility, infrastructure, or size requirements for DDPs; there are no minimum square footage requirements or mandatory amenities such as buildings, utilities, bathrooms, or electricity. Instead, the Government evaluates operational viability holistically, assessing the DDP's ability to support crew readiness and staging, allow safe and efficient crew assembly, and enable timely mobilization when dispatched. Contractors are responsible for ensuring DDP compliance with local laws, ordinances, and zoning requirements, though the Government evaluates operational viability rather than regulatory compliance. DDPs may be located on privately owned land, leased property, or other legally controlled locations. No specific numeric limit exists on crews assigned to a DDP, but the location must remain operationally viable for all assigned resources; overloading that impacts readiness may trigger Government review or corrective action. Contractors must notify the Government and provide updated documentation before changing a DDP after award, with changes requiring written approval prior to use. Crews must assemble at the DDP in ready status and mobilize in accordance with dispatch timelines, with contractors responsible for ensuring personnel availability and realistic proximity and response capability.
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2026 Type 2 Crew Program Designated Dispatch Point (DDP) – Consolidated Q&A
Q1. Can multiple contractors share the same DDP?
Answer:
Yes. Multiple contractors may utilize the same Designated Dispatch Point (DDP) provided that:
• Each contractor has legitimate authorization or legal right of control over the location, and
• The location can support mobilization and dispatch readiness requirements.
There is no fixed limit on the number of contractors or crews at a single DDP; however, the location must remain operationally viable for all listed resources.
Q2. What documentation is required to demonstrate legal control of a DDP?
Answer:
Contractors must be able to demonstrate legal control of the DDP if requested. Acceptable documentation may include:
• Property ownership records (e.g., deed, tax records)
• Lease or rental agreements
• Written authorization from the property owner
• Other comparable documentation demonstrating control of the location
Documentation may be requested at any time for verification purposes.
Q3. When is DDP documentation due?
Answer:
Proof of DDP ownership or control is due May 1, 2026 to ensure timely verification.
Documentation submitted after this date may be reviewed at the Government’s discretion based on operational workload and fire season demands.
Q4. Are there specific facility, infrastructure, or size requirements for a DDP?
Answer:
No prescriptive facility requirements are defined in the solicitation. Specifically:
• There are no minimum square footage requirements
• No mandatory requirements for buildings, utilities, or amenities (e.g., bathrooms, electricity)
However, the DDP must:
• Represent a legitimate operational location, and
• Be capable of supporting safe crew assembly and dispatch readiness
The Government evaluates overall viability, not specific infrastructure elements.
Q5. What does “operational viability” mean for a DDP?
Answer:
Operational viability refers to the DDP’s ability to:
• Support crew readiness and staging
• Allow crews to assemble safely and efficiently
• Enable timely mobilization when dispatched
The Government evaluates viability holistically, considering:
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• Practical use of the location for dispatch
• Adequacy for staging personnel and equipment
• Overall realism of the location as a functioning dispatch point
There are no rigid checklists, but locations must be credible and functional for fire operations.
Q6. Are zoning or commercial property requirements applicable to DDPs?
Answer:
The solicitation does not prescribe zoning requirements.
However:
• Contractors are responsible for ensuring their DDP complies with local laws, ordinances, and zoning requirements
• The Government evaluates operational viability, not local regulatory compliance Zoning issues may affect viability if they prevent legitimate use of the location.
Q7. Can a DDP be private property, leased land, or non-commercial property?
Answer:
Yes. A DDP may be located on:
• Privately owned land
• Leased property
• Other legally controlled locations
The key requirement is that the contractor can demonstrate legal control and operational viability.
Q9. Will the Government inspect or verify DDP locations?
Answer:
The Government reserves the right to verify DDP information at any time, which may include:
• Review of documentation
• Other reasonable verification methods
Routine site inspections are not planned, but may occur if needed to validate information.
Q10. Can a DDP be changed after award?
Answer:
Yes, but:
• Contractors must notify the Government, and
• Provide updated documentation demonstrating legal control and operational viability
Changes must be reviewed and approved in writing prior to use.
Q11. Is there a limit on the number of crews assigned to a DDP?
Answer:
No specific numeric limit is defined.
However:
• The DDP must remain operationally viable for the number of crews assigned
• Overloading a location in a way that impacts readiness may result in Government review or required corrective action
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Q12. What are the expectations for crew availability relative to the DDP?
Answer:
Crews must be able to:
• Assemble at the DDP in a ready status, and
• Mobilize in accordance with dispatch timelines Contractors are responsible for ensuring:
• Personnel availability
• Realistic proximity and response capability
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