Ministry of Forestry and Parks - Parent Fireline and Mobile Equipment Opportunities - 27PQR001 (2026)
Ministry of Forestry and ParksProvincial Agency · Edmonton, AB- Due
- Oct 31, 2028
- 718 days left
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kyle Elliott
The 30-second brief
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks seeks qualified contractors to provide fireline and mobile equipment, complete with competent operators, for wildfire pre-suppression and suppression efforts within the Forest Protection Area of Alberta. Required fireline equipment includes dozers, excavators, and all-terrain vehicles (such as hagglunds and nodwells) used for constructing fire guard and transporting crews, equipment, and water. Mobile equipment includes tractor/trailers, water trucks, buses, and hotshots used to transport firefighters, water, and equipment. Contractors will be placed on a call rotation list within their Forest Area under the Fireline and Mobile Equipment Agreement. Qualification requirements include valid WBC, Certificate of Recognition (COR) or Small Employer Certificate of Recognition (SECOR), and a certificate of insurance. Submission documentation must be emailed to local Forest Area offices by October 31, 2028.
Fireline Equipment (dozers, Excavators, All-terrain vehicles including hagglunds and nodwells), Mobile Equipment (tractor/trailers, Water trucks, Buses, Hotshots)
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Summary
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks seeks qualified contractors to provide fireline and mobile equipment, complete with competent operators, for wildfire pre-suppression and suppression efforts within the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.
Required fireline equipment includes dozers, excavators, and all-terrain vehicles (such as hagglunds and nodwells) used for constructing fire guard and transporting crews, equipment, and water. Mobile equipment includes tractor/trailers, water trucks, buses, and hotshots used to transport firefighters, water, and equipment. Contractors will be placed on a call rotation list within their Forest Area under the Fireline and Mobile Equipment Agreement. Qualification requirements include valid WBC, Certificate of Recognition (COR) or Small Employer Certificate of Recognition (SECOR), and a certificate of insurance. Submission documentation must be emailed to local Forest Area offices by October 31, 2028.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fireline Equipment (dozers, Excavators, All-terrain vehicles including hagglunds and nodwells), Mobile Equipment (tractor/trailers, Water trucks, Buses, Hotshots)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
valid WBC, valid Certificate of Recognition (COR) or Small Employer Certificate of Recognition (SECOR), certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- Please contact your local Forest Area | J.G. O'Donoghue Building, 7000-113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5T6 | [email protected]
- Scope location
- Alberta
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ministry of Forestry and Parks?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 31, 2028. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Please contact your local Forest Area | J.G. O'Donoghue Building, 7000-113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5T6 | [email protected]. For questions, contact Kyle Elliott.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ministry of Forestry and Parks in AB, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kyle Elliott. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fireline Equipment (dozers, Excavators, All-terrain vehicles including hagglunds and nodwells), Mobile Equipment (tractor/trailers, Water trucks, Buses, Hotshots). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Ministry of Forestry and Parks?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 31, 2028, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: valid WBC, valid Certificate of Recognition (COR) or Small Employer Certificate of Recognition (SECOR), certificate of insurance. Review the full document from Ministry of Forestry and Parks for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alberta. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
