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Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear for USFS Region 5 within California   2

ID: 1152040 • Type: Sources Sought • Match:  95%
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Description

See attached Request For Information

Background
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is seeking to gather information regarding the provision of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear for Region 5 within California. The goal of this contract is to replace and standardize all SCBA gear for the forests in this region, ensuring that they meet operational requirements and safety standards. This initiative is part of the Forest Service's mission to enhance safety and effectiveness in firefighting operations.

Work Details
The contract involves the procurement of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear, which includes delivery to each station and in-service training for initial mask fit testing and care maintenance. The anticipated contract type is a firm-fixed price (FFP), with a sole source designation to Cascade Fire Equipment Company. Specific requirements include:
- Replacement and standardization of SCBA gear for R5 forests.
- Compliance with specifications outlined in attached documents.
- Delivery to multiple sites within Region 5.

Period of Performance
The estimated period of performance is 90 days after the date of award.

Place of Performance
The geographic location for performance is within Region 5, California.

Overview

Agency
USFS Region 5: Pacific Southwest Region (R5) [USDA - USFS]
Response Deadline
July 21, 2025, 4:00 p.m. EDT Past Due
Posted
July 16, 2025, 1:26 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
Small Business (SBA)
NAICS
339999 - All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
PSC
4210 - Fire Fighting Equipment
Place of Performance
OR 97501 United States
Source
Open
Current SBA Size Standard
550 Employees
Pricing
Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Odds of Award
29%
Signs of Shaping
The solicitation is open for 5 days, below average for the USFS Region 5: Pacific Southwest Region. 52% of obligations for similar contracts within the Forest Service were awarded full & open.
On 7/16/25 USFS Region 5: Pacific Southwest Region issued Sources Sought 1152040 for Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) gear for USFS Region 5 within California due 7/21/25. The opportunity was issued with a Small Business (SBA) set aside with NAICS 339999 (SBA Size Standard 550 Employees) and PSC 4210.
Primary Contact
Name
Megan Acord   Profile
Email
megan.acord@usda.gov
Phone
None

Documents

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF > FOREST SERVICE > USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 3
FPDS Organization Code
12C2-127EAT
Source Organization Code
500168741
Last Updated
Aug. 5, 2025
Last Updated By
michael.c.johnson@usda.gov
Archive Date
Aug. 5, 2025