AFWFB/USFWS Vehicle and Upfit

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is soliciting proposals for a specialized command vehicle and upfit for the Colorado Branch of Fire Management. The procurement involves a 2025 Ford Super Duty F-250 XL Series 4x4 pickup truck with specific emergency response and off-road capabilities, including a 160-inch wheelbase, 6.7-liter diesel engine, and extensive custom electrical and safety modifications. The solicitation (No. 140FS225Q0118) requires vendors to meet detailed technical specifications outlined in the USFWS Fire Management Handbook, including specific emergency lighting standards and vehicle striping requirements. Offers will be evaluated based on technical capabilities, past performance, lead time, and price, with technical and performance factors weighted more heavily than cost. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by May 27, 2025, at 5:00 PM EDT, with all correspondence directed to the contracting point of contact, Jeremy Riva.

The contract is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS category 336211 (Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees. The vehicle specifications call for a comprehensive package that includes advanced features like a Whelen Justice Series LED light bar, 12,000 lb. Warn winch, under-chassis aluminum shielding, and a 1000-watt inverter, tailored for wildland operations. The planned delivery date is June 4, 2026, with a procurement timeline of approximately 300 days from order acceptance. While no specific award value is disclosed, the contract encompasses a single vehicle with extensive custom upfitting and additional mandatory equipment including safety vests, fire extinguisher, jack, lug wrench, and reflective triangles. The vehicle will be configured with specific off-road capabilities, including water fording vent tubes, factory skid plates, off-road tires, and heavy-service front suspension, designed to meet the operational needs of the USFWS fire management team.