2026 Fuel Tender Regions 1, 2, and 4

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service (USFS) East Zone and Regions 1, 2, and 4 anticipate issuing a Request for Quotes (RFQ) for East Zone Fuel Tenders for use in Regions 1, 2, and 4. Resources awarded under this solicitation may be used for local, regional, and national fire suppression, all hazard incidents, and RX prescribed project work. Section D.2 of the solicitation will outline all equipment and personnel requirements. Contractors will be responsible for providing all equipment, materials, supplies, transportation, lodging, and fully managed, supervised, trained, and certified personnel necessary to meet or exceed agreement specifications. Resources may be used for the protection of lands, including severity, fire suppression, all hazard response, and prescribed