Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Fire Trailer Tank Assembly

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial product prepared in accordance with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12 and RFO Subpart 5.2. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested.This requirement incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01.

Requirement Description

The U.S. Forest Service, Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Wind River Ranger District, requires the procurement of a brand new, commercial-grade Fire Trailer Tank and Pump Assembly.

Critical Procurement Constraint: The Government currently owns the tandem-axle utility trailer (5’x10’, 7,000 lbs GVWR). This requirement is strictly for the fully integrated skid unit that bolts onto the existing frame.
Exclusions: This acquisition explicitly does not include the purchase of a new trailer chassis, wheels, axles, tongue, or towing coupler.

Technical Specifications & Salient Characteristics

The skid unit must conform to the following core baselines:

Tank Structure: Minimum 500-gallon capacity; heavy-duty 10-gauge carbon steel. Internal anti-surge baffles and interior epoxy coating required.
Footprint & Weight: Maximum 5’x10’ footprint matching the structural channel layout of the government owned trailer. Total assembly dry weight must not exceed 2,300 lbs.
Pump Assembly: 13 HP commercial gas engine paired with a twin-impeller portable centrifugal pump delivering ≥ 120 GPM @ 40 PSI and ≥ 20 GPM @ 146 PSI.
Drafting & Plumbing: Integrated 2-inch manifold with self-loading/drafting system. Includes 2" x 20' suction hose with foot valve/strainer and a manual hand primer pump.
Discharges: 2-inch quarter-turn ball valve main discharge. Valved auxiliary ports in 1-inch, 1.5-inch, and 3/4-inch configurations.
Accessories: Manual-wind hose reel loaded with 250 feet of 1-inch utility hose and adjustable nozzle. Integrated lockable rear toolbox, shackle tie-down points, and integrated fenders/mud flaps...