R05 COMMAND BUILDUPS

 USDA Forest Service Fleet Management is seeking to establish a Firm-Fixed Price contract to outfit multiple fire emergency support vehicles that shall adhere to Region 5 and National Fire equipment standards.

This contract will be for the Eldorado, Inyo, Tahoe, Sierra and Sequoia National Forest and will include twenty-five (25) vehicles.  Outfitting the vehicle requires various type of work depending on the vehicle and the needs of the agency and will include installation of light bars, light heads, siren packages, electrical components and special striping and marking per Forest Service specifications.  The vehicles to be outfitted are a mix of various makes and models of light pickups all needing essentially similar work to be outfitted as emergency vehicles.  Additionally, vehicles may vary on the components that need to be installed.

The government is seeking a contractor able to supply and install all components (other than government furnished) in accordance with Forest Service specifications.  The contractor shall perform the installation within a reasonable traveling distance (150 miles) from Placerville, CA, in order for the government to supply the vehicles and inspect the services.  A single award is anticipated but up to three awards may be made.

The awarded Contractor (or Contractors) shall perform the required work items in accordance with the manufacturer(s) specifications using commercial practices in a professional and workman-like manner. Successful fulfillment of all contract requirements will ensure that the correct items are installed safely and perform as required.  Skill in integration of all components for potential use simultaneously is important.

Additionally, skill in minimizing changes to the existing vehicle on installation is desired. All of the electrical components being installed shall be on a stand-alone system so as not to interfere with or void warranties from the vehicle manufacturer(s).