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VIPR IBPA - 2026 Solicitation Cycle Updates - The purpose of this Special Notice is to provide vendors with information regarding updated specifications and terms for VIPR I- BPA solicitations. The changes addressed in this notice are tentative to the release of 2026 VIPR I- BPA Rollovers and S
Updates to VIPR Agreement Language, Specification Revisions, and Onboarding for 2026 Track pads for miscellaneous and heavy equipment, 2026 mechanic with service truck, 2026 vehicle with driver, 2026 fuel tender, trailer mounted handwash vendor, rapid extraction module ( REMS), OHV ( Off- Highway Vehicle), single fallers and falling modules
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This special notice from the USDA Forest Service announces updates to VIPR IBPA solicitations for 2026, including changes to agreement language, specifications, and onboarding procedures. The notice highlights changes such as the prohibition of awards to government entities, specific requirements for equipment like track pads, mechanic service trucks, and fuel tenders. Onboarding for spring 2026 will be initiated for quote submittal for all VIPR resource categories during the open season of 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to review the IBPA templates and contact the contracting officer for further details. The notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation.
The bid notice states payment will be at rates specied in the agreement that is in eect at the time of the order.
The bid notice states The award decision under the open season solicitation is based upon the same evaluation factors subfactors as the original solicitation.
The bid notice states each mechanic must complete and submit a signed resume. Certicates for all mechanic qualications claimed must be provided with the resume.