Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Equipment, Region 5

The USDA Forest Service is procuring Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment and support services for Region 5. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) follows FAR Part 12 procedures for commercial items. The requirement specifies Draeger brand name or equal equipment to support regional operations, with primary performance in Ontario, California, and additional delivery sites throughout the state. The scope includes 207 SCBA units, 483 masks, 414 cylinders, and three testers. All equipment must comply with NFPA 2018/2019 standards and include original equipment manufacturer (OEM) traceability. Support services, including training and fit-testing, are required and must be included in the unit pricing. This acquisition is unrestricted under NAICS code 339999, which has a small business size standard of 550 employees. The deadline for quotes is June 16, 2026. This requirement covers the delivery of Draeger brand name or equal SCBA hardware and support services to Forest Service locations in California. Support services, such as training and fit-testing, must be included in the unit pricing. Equipment must meet NFPA 2018/2019 standards and maintain OEM traceability. The USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region is continuing a standardization initiative for SCBA gear across all regional forests. This equipment provides wildland firefighters with independent breathing air to protect against smoke and toxic gases during fire suppression and rescue.