Flexible Solar Panels

The U.S. Forest Service is issuing this combined synopsis/solicitation, identified as solicitation number 12760426Q0028, to procure 200 units of 60-watt foldable solar panels. These panels are intended for use in National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) radio cache solar panel kits (NFES 4080) to power communications equipment during wildland fire operations. Required technical specifications include an open circuit voltage of less than 25 volts, a short circuit current of less than 7 amps, and an SAE style connector for compatibility with existing cables. The panels must meet folded dimension requirements of no larger than 13” x 7.5” x 3” to fit within established enclosures, and any Powerfilm panels offered must include optional weatherproof lamination.

This procurement is conducted as a request for quotation (RFQ) for commercial items and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBA). The associated North American Industry Classification System code is NAICS 221114 Solar Electric Power Generation, and the Product Service Code is PSC 6117 SOLAR ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS. Five attachments support this solicitation, including a Bill of Materials, technical specifications, security contract language, and ICT accessibility requirements.

The primary place of performance is Boise, Idaho, and the point of contact for this requirement is Brandon Newland. All quotations must be submitted by the response deadline of May 11, 2026. This acquisition is subject to a small business size standard of 500 employees, and the agency will consider quotations from all responsible small business sources.