Region 5 Dispatch Guide VIPR DPL, IBPA, Incident Only/EERA

Region 5

Dispatch Guide VIPR DPL, IBPA,

Incident Only/EERA

Equipment and Miscellaneous Resources

2024

Version 1

6/10/24

Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Immediate Need Dispatches .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Planned Need Dispatches ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

At- Incident Management Support Branch (AIMS) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Reassignment of State (HEMs) equipment to Federal (VIPR) resources ................................................................................................................................................ 4

National Contracts for 2024 .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Equipment List ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Agency Representative (AREP) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Aircraft, Infrared (IAA/ Firewatch 51/ NIROPS) ................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Apparatus – ARFF (Crash Rescue) Incident Only/EERA ......................................................................................................................... 8

Ambulance (VIPR) .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9

ATV/UTV AIMS Negotiated I-BPA.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Buses .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Caterers .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Caterer T3 (Incident Only/EERA) ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Cellular on Wheels or COWs .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Chainsaw Repair Unit ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13

Chippers ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Clerical Support Unit (Incident Only/EERA) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Communication Trailer ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15

Computers (Incident Only/EERA or National BPA) ............................................................................................................................................................................ 15

Critical Incident Peer Support Group (CISM) ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Dozers – (Private) VIPR ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Emergency Medical Technician ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

1.Consideration to Create Request .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Type ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

Engines ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

Excavators (VIPR) .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19

Expanded Dispatch Module ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 19

Faller, Single – Faller, Module ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Feller Bunchers (VIPR) ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Fuel Tender ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21

GIS Units............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22

Gray Water Truck ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Handwashing Units - Portable (AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resource) .................................................................................................................................................. 23

Handwashing Stations – Trailer Mounted ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Helicopter Operations Support (HOS) Units........................................................................................................................................................................................ 24

Incident Base Recycling IBPA (Incident Only/EERA) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 24

Incident Base Units (Camp in a Box) .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25

Incident Management Teams (IMT) .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Laundry Units – Mobile ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Masticator – Boom Mounted or Strip Mulchers/Masticator (Track Mounted) VIPR ............................................................................................................................ 27

Mechanic w/ Service Truck ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 28

Medical Support Unit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29

Mobile Retardant Base ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29

Mobile Sleeping (MSU Units) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

Name Request .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30

Pack Stringer ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

Portable Air Traffic Control Tower (Incident Only/EERA) ............................................................................................................................................................... 32

Portable Air Traffic Control Tower (Western Service Agreement) .................................................................................................................................................... 33

Potable Water Truck ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Radio Kits ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Rapid Extraction Support Module (REMS) ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

Reconnaissance Aircraft..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

Refrigerated Trailer Unit ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

Rental Vehicles (NERV process) ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36

Road Graders (VIPR) ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Satellite Internet Service (EERA – Commercial Item) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 38

Showers .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 38

Skidder (VIPR) ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Skidgine ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 39

Smokejumpers ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40

Tents and Canopies (EERA – Commercial Item) ................................................................................................................................................................................ 40

Toilets - Portable (AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resource) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 42

Tractors – Cache (Incident Only/EERA) ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43

Transport, Lowboy (Stand Alone) EERA – Commercial Agreement ................................................................................................................................................... 43

Trailer, Mobile Office (AIMS) ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44

Unmanned Aerial Systems ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 44

Vehicle with Driver (VIPR) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45

Water Tender - Support ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46

Weed Washers .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 47

Neighboring Units for VIPR DPLs in IROC ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 48

AIMS Incident Response .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51

AIMS Tracker & How-To ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 53

Resource Extension Request ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56

Pack Stringer- Ordering Guide ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 65

Mnemonic .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70

Introduction

This guide is intended for the use of dispatchers and expanded support dispatchers in region 5. The guide

supplements the California Mobilization Guide and serves as a quick reference. It is not intended to be all-

inclusive, just as a reference, for the more-common orders.

Incident contracted equipment falls into two categories:

• Incident Blanket Purchase Agreements (IBPA)/via VIPR or AIMS– Dispatch Priority List (DPL)

• Non-Solicited equipment – Incident Only/Emergency Equipment Rental Agreements

Immediate Need Dispatches

Only operational equipment (Engines, Dozers & Water Tenders) may be ordered immediate need and

deviate from the VIPR DPLs. The establishment of an “immediate need” request will be at the sole

discretion of the IC. These requests will be placed for contract equipment within the Host Dispatch Zone

listed on the priority dispatch list(s) and are determined to be the closest available resources. The Planned

Need procedures do not apply to Immediate Need dispatches.

If the resources from the VIPR DPLs are exhausted or equipment cannot meet the immediate need, then

the dispatch center may utilize locally available resources not on a VIPR DPL as an exception due to

emergency fire conditions that warrant immediate deployment of resources. The Incident Only/EERAs

issued in these situations shall be for that incident only. In these instances, equipment hired on an

“Incident Only Basis” should be replaced with equipment from the local centers VIPR DPL as soon as

practical, especially when additional operational periods are expected and or planned for the needs of the

incident.

Planned Need Dispatches

When dispatching Planned-Need Equipment, the Dispatch Center will use the DPLs. During planned-need

dispatches, when the available resources within a dispatch zone are exhausted, dispatch centers should

utilize neighboring centers priority dispatch lists. This procedure incorporates dispatch centers already

established in IROC as neighboring units (See listing in Appendix A). When placing an order through the

selection area, a courtesy call should be placed advising the neighboring dispatch center of the order. If the

neighboring centers cannot fill the needed resource the order should be placed up to the GACC for normal

mobilization procedures.

All equipment should have a VIN#, Serial # or unique ID number noted on the resource order. Before

orders are accepted by any priority dispatch contractor, the specific piece of equipment or person from the

priority dispatch list ordered (by VIN, serial number or name) must be able to meet the date and time

needed requirements established by the incident. If that specific piece of equipment or person is not

available or cannot meet the date and time needed the dispatcher will move on to the next available

resource on the DPL. Remember to DOCUMENT in IROC. When dispatches are being made, if the

contractor cannot be reached, the dispatcher may proceed with ordering the next resource on the DPL. If

a Contractor is not able to be contacted, dispatchers will leave voice messages. If there is no response to

these message(s) generally within 10 minutes, that resource will be deemed non-responsive and the next

resource on the DPL will be called. Not responding to a call does not remove a Contractor from the DPL.

Repeated non-responsiveness may be grounds for other contractual remedies and should be noted to Fire

Operations within the VIPR program. Dispatchers must carefully document all of these calls and actions in

IROC.

At- Incident Management Support Branch (AIMS)

Forest Service Fires Only identifies a need for Warranted Support.

AIMS Support Workload: Emergency Equipment Rental Agreements (EERA), Land Use Agreements (LUA),

Copier Trailers, and Commercial Agreements

Phone: 720-473-4105 (regular and after hours – same number)

Email: SM.FS.WO[email protected]

Reassignment of State (HEMs) equipment to Federal (VIPR) resources

When probable reassignment of equipment from state to federal incidents for support, please contact the

respective GACC, Fire Operations Program Manager and or Incident Business Personnel as soon as possible.

See methodology below for the reassignment process.

Respectfully all resources should not be automatically reassigned. The Host Dispatch Center Priority List

MUST be considered as the first priority. The following considerations can help to support this.

1) If the Resource is on a HEM’s agreement and has a VIPR agreement on Host Dispatch DPL, the resource

can be reassigned.

2) If a resource is on a HEMS agreement and has a current VIPR agreement they can be reassigned if the

following has been validated:

• The local DPL has been exhausted of that specific resource type.

• They can meet the date and time needed.

3) If the resource is currently assigned under HEM’s agreement and doesn’t have a VIPR agreement it

should be considered for demob.

Example: A Type 2 water tender is currently assigned on the incident under a HEM’s agreement, and they

also have a VIPR agreement. If the vendor’s VIPR agreement is not on the host dispatch DPL, the host

Dispatch will first check their DPL for a Type 2 water tender. If no Type 2 water tender is available on the

Host Dispatch DPL, then the water tender currently assigned could be reassigned using their VIPR

agreement regardless of their respective VIPR DPL dispatch location. Documentation on the new resource

order would show no Host Dispatch equipment was available on their DPL.

National Contracts for 2024

If in need of this information, you may submit an email request to FS-FS AQM ISB.

• Clerical Units (EERA)

• Crew Carrier Buses

• Communication Units

• Fire Retardant

• GIS Trailer

• Helicopter Support Trailer

• Mobile Shower Facilities

• Mobile Food Unit

• Type 2 IA Crews

• Type 2 Crews

Equipment List

ALWAYS check the most recent dispatch priority list.

Dispatch Priority Lists (DPL) website:

https://www.fs.usda.gov/business/incident/dispatch.php?td

Orders for contract equipment from these categories will be placed utilizing VIPR DPLs.

• Buses (Crew)

• Chainsaw Repair Unit

• Clerical Units

• Communication Trailer

• Dozers – Types 1 to 3

• Engines – Types 3 & 6

• Faller Modules (2 fallers)

• Faller, Single

• Fuel Tender

• GIS Units – Types 1 to 2

• Gray Water Trucks – Types 1 to 4

• Helicopter Support Trailers

• Heavy Equipment: Dozers, Excavators, Road Graders, Feller-Bunchers, Masticators, Skidgines and Skidders

• Mechanics w/Service Truck –

• Mobile Laundry Units – Types 1 to 2

• Mobile Sleeper Units

• Potable Water Trucks – Types 1 to 4

• Refrigerated Trailers

• Support Water Tenders – Types 1 to 3

• Trailer Mounted Hand Washing Stations – Type 1 to 2

• Vehicle w/Driver

• Weed Washing Unit

NOTE: CHECK VIPR DPL UPDATES BEFORE ORDERING EQUIPMENT

Agency Representative (AREP)

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• CCC – When two or more CCC crews are ordered

o Special Needs: for CCC crews

• CDCR – California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, ordered for inmate crews

o Special Needs: for CDCR

• Cal Fire – When Cal Fire assist federal fires

o Special Needs: for Cal Fire

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Position

CATALOG ITEM: AREP

3. From the Pending Request screen, Place Request up, followed by a courtesy phone call to the

GACC. Note: More information can be found in California Mob Guide Chapter 30

Aircraft, Infrared (IAA/ Firewatch 51/ NIROPS)

1. Considerations to Create Request

• See flow chart (Link to Appendix XX)

• IAA – link to user guide and request page https://iaa-nifc.hub.arcgis.com/

• NIROPS- Must have FAMAuth account https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/nirops/oauth2/

Ordering Attributes

• Incident or Unit/ Forest specific

• Heat detection/ Lightning reconnaissance

• Operational Support

• NIROPS

2. How to Create Request in IROC

IF ORDERING FIREWATCH 51: IF ORDERING NIROPS:

CATALOG: AIRCRAFT CATALOG: AIRCRAFT

CATEGORY: FIXED WING CATEGORY: SERVICE

CATALOG ITEM: FWIR – FIXED WING, INFRARED CATALOG ITEM: SIRF – SERVICE, INFRARED

3. Ordering Process: Order through IAA or NIROPS portal.

Note:

1. IAA requests are placed through IAA portal link above, some missions will require IROC orders. ACOR or

Predictive Services IAA Collection Manager will notify dispatch if resource order is needed for mission.

2. NIROPS requests are placed through portal and will require IROC order.

Special needs: NIROPS or Firewatch 51 will need to be in special needs, along with incident POC phone

number and email for information dissemination.

Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Apparatus – ARFF (Crash Rescue) Incident Only/EERA

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• Crash Rescue (Aircraft), Type 1 (3,000+ gals.)

• Crash Rescue (Aircraft), Type 2 (1,500 to 2,999 gals.)

• Crash Rescue (Aircraft), Type 3 (500 to 1,499 gals.)

Ordering Attributes

• None

• Dispatch would first search for agency, then cooperator, and finally vendor

• If it is determined that agency and cooperator resources are not available, that must be documented

in IROC.

When only hired vendors are available, the hiring priorities are as follows:

1. Type needed

2. Date and time needed

3. Pricing

4. Location (miles) from their equipment site to the incident.

How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Engine

CATALOG ITEM: ARF1- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle, Type 1

ARF2- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle, Type 2

ARF3 - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle, Type 3

4. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Note: The dispatcher will contact the appropriate Incident Contracting Officer (CO) and provide the CO with the

type of Crash Rescue/ARFF ordered and the Date and Time Needed.

Ordering procedures are as follows:

1. Order is sent to Incident Host Dispatch Center (See VIPR/EERA Guide for additional info tentative

vendor list).

2. Incident Host Dispatch Center will contact the Incident Contracting Officer to initiate the I/O EERA with

the vendor

3. CO will provide dispatch with fill information once I/O EERA is initiated

4. Buying Team will provide the Host Dispatch with vendor travel information, and the Host Dispatch

will complete the resource order in IROC.

Ambulance (VIPR)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Ambulance, Type 1

• Ambulance, Type 2

• Ambulance, Type 3

• Ambulance, Type 4

• Ambulance, Type Any

Ordering Attributes

• Ambulance personnel do not automatically come Fireline qualified. If an Incident needs Fireline qualified Medics,

EMT’s or First Responders then they need to put that on their order, it as an attribute and is not automatic.

• Type 1 - Advance Life Support, Minimum 2 staff (Paramedic and EMT), Transport 2 litter patients, Advance Life

Support, Minimum 2 staff (Paramedic and EMT), Transport 2 litter patients, Training and Equipment meets or

exceeds standards as addressed by EPA, OSHA, and 12 NFPA 471, 472,473, and 29 CFR 1910, 120 ETA 311 to

work in HazMat Level B and specific threat conditions; All immunized in accordance with CDC core adult

immunization and specific threat as appropriate.

• • Type 2 - Advance Life Support; Minimum 2 staff (Paramedic and EMT); Transport 2 litter patients, non-

HazMat response.

• • Type 3 - Basic Life Support; Minimum 2 staff (2 EMTs or an EMT and First Responder); Transport 2 litter

patients; Training and equipment meets or exceeds standards as addressed by EPA, OSHA, and NFPA 471,

472,473, and 29 CFR 1910, 120 ETA 311 to work in HazMat Level B and specific threat conditions; All

immunized in accordance with CDC core adult immunization and specific threat as appropriate.

• • Type 4 - Basic Life Support; Minimum 2 personnel (2 EMTs or an EMT and First Responder); Transport 2 litter

patients.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Medical

CATALOG ITEM: AMB1- Ambulance, Type 1

AMB2- Ambulance, Type 2

AMB3- Ambulance, Type 3

AMB4- Ambulance, Type 4

AMBA- Ambulance, Type Any

3. From Pending Request screen, Place Request Up, followed up with courtesy phone call to GACC.

(Ex: Vendor Name Last 6 of VIN# Resource ID (if exists)

4. Special Requirements

• Medical equipment carried by contracted ambulances must be consistent with their medical direction,

protocols, and all laws/requirements specific to the state in which the contractor is providing services while

under hire on an incident.

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) Transport Ambulance shall be staffed with at least one Paramedic and one EMT

along with the appropriate Advanced Life Saving Equipment.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Transport Ambulance will be staffed with a minimum of two Emergency Medical

Technicians (EMTs) or an EMT and First Responder along with the appropriate Basic Life Saving Equipment.

ATV/UTV AIMS Negotiated I-BPA

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Minimum Vehicle Requirement (MVR) #1 – UTV: All-Purpose Side-by-Side for

Personnel and Cargo Transport

• Minimum Vehicle Requirement (MVR) #2 – UTV: Advanced Scout Vehicles

• Minimum Vehicle Requirement (MVR) #3 – ATV: All-Terrain Vehicle, Type 1

Note: UTV/ATV(s) will come with a dedicated trailer, tie-down straps, a hitch/stinger with 2” ball, and one helmet per

seat.

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Transportation

CATALOG ITEM: VATV – Transportation, Vehicle, All Terrain (ATV)

VUTV – Transportation, Vehicle, Utility Terrain (UTV)

Note: Special Needs is where the dispatcher will include type of UTV or ATV, any variation to the delivery location

reflected in the reporting instructions (two delivery locations), ground resource contact information, etc.

3. Fill with Agreement. Order per process outlined in the “SOG for AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resources” posted on the

AIMS DPL Site

(Ex: Vendor Name – Agreement Number – Last 6 of VIN) (Mannie’s Outdoor LLC - AG# 1202RZ22 - 123456)

Note: Separate requests are needed for each ATV/UTV ordered.

Buses

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Buses, Crew Carriers

 (school type buses) appropriate for gravel or mountain roads for short duration travel,

typical for transportation of 22–person crews (Resources Item in IROC) (DPL List)

• Buses, Coach

 40+ passenger with bucket type seating, toilet (Incident Only/EERA)

• Buses, Shuttle

 16+ passenger does not include 15–passenger vans, appropriate for incident shuttle

use (Incident Only/EERA)

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Transportation

CATALOG ITEM: BUCC- Transportation, Bus, Crew Carrier

BUSC- Transportation, Bus, Coach

BUSH- BUSH- Transportation, Bus, Shuttle

3. Fill from the Pending Request screen – from the “VIPR” tab

(Transportation, Bus Crew Carrier).

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN if no VIN))

3a. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Transportation, Bus, Coach, Transportation, Bus, Shuttle)

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN if no VIN))

Caterers

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Minimum 150 meals and 72 hours

Ordering Attributes

• None

Ordering requirement

• Food Service Request Form – Attach to request in IROC

• If unable to attach for in IROC fax to GACC and call GACC to ensure fax receipt, addressing any

further issues/concerns

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Food Service, Mobile

CATALOG ITEM: MFSU- Food Service, Mobile

3. Place request up and call GACC to confirm receipt of request and food service request – (National Mobile

Food Services Contract)

Special Needs: Good address of the location, how many personnel being feed, first meal will be dinner and name of

the incident contact person.

Note: Consider ordering a gray water and potable water truck in addition. Notify GACC of tentative release

information. Upon demobilization give 15-minute travel.

Caterer T3 (Incident Only/EERA)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Minimum 49 meals and Maximum 149 meals

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Food Service, Mobile

CATALOG ITEM: MFSU- Food Service, Mobile

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

Special Needs: T-3 Caterer, Good address of the location, how many personnel being feed, first meal to be served

and name of the incident contact person.

Cellular on Wheels or COWs

1. Considerations to Create Request

Requests for Cellular on Wheels or COWs can be done through Verizon by calling 800-264-6620 and selecting option

7. This will take you directly to the technician for all of California. Make sure to state you need for a Cellular on

Wheels to support Emergency Operations Command Post and identify the nearest populated area.

SERT Teams

SERT Teams or Significant Emergency Response Teams can be requested to assist in setting up a Cellular on

Wheels or to provide connectivity for a community that has been affected by a burned over cell site. A SERT team

can be requested at 800-264-6620 press 1 and stay on the line for a technician.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Communications

CATALOG ITEM: Service-Cellular Telephone (NON-NFES)

*Note: In special needs – for COW and SERT Teams

3. Fill with Agreement

(Ex: Vendor Name)

Chainsaw Repair Unit

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: SCHR - Service – Chainsaw

Repair

3. From the Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy phone call to the GACC.

(Ex: vendor name)

Chippers

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 18-inch minimum diameter capacity

• Type 2 – 13 to 17-inch diameter capacity

• Type 3 – 9 to 12-inch maximum diameter capacity

Ordering Attributes

• None

Staffing and Personnel Requirements

• 3 Operators Required (For safety, not double shift)

• Annual Fire Refresher Training (must carry certification card)

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: CHP1- Chipper Type 1

CHP2- Chipper, Type 2

CHP3- Chipper, Type 3

CHPA- Chipper, Type Any

CHSL-Chipper, Self-Loading

3. Fill from Pending Request screen – fill from “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Clerical Support Unit (Incident Only/EERA)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

Internet capability will be listed on the priority dispatch list, and if the incident specifically orders the equipment

with this attribute, vendors offering that attribute will be given preference as they appear on the priority dispatch

list.

Internet is designed for that unit, if the incident requires services over and above those stated in this specification,

an incident only EERA will be initiated by a warranted CO, and no payment will be made for optional internet that

may be awarded on this agreement.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: CLSU- Clerical Support Unit

3. From Pending Request screen, Place Request Up, followed up with courtesy phone call to GACC.

(Ex: Vendor Name Last6VIN/SN or ResourceID)

Communication Trailer

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – Includes cost of Internet Capability in the daily rate

• Type 2 – Does not Include Internet Capability in the daily rate

Ordering Attributes

• Internet Capability will be listed on the DPL and if the incident specifically orders the equipment with this

attribute, vendors offering that attribute will be given preference as they appear on the priority dispatch list.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: COM1- Communications Unit, Mobile, Type 1

COM2- Communications Unit, Mobile, Type 2

3. From Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy phone call to GACC.

Computers (Incident Only/EERA or National BPA)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Office Support

CATALOG ITEM: SCMP Service, Computer Rental

Process: Requests will be generated by the host unit dispatch, processing/placing of order will be handled by a government

micro-purchase card holder (Local purchaser) or warranted cardholder (Buying Team) when ordering through Smart Source

BPA.

Note: Plotters are now available from the caches.

National BPA - All SmartSource orders are required to be placed through the SmartSource Order Portal:

https://usda.swoogo.com/Fire. In the rare case the portal is down, please download and email the SmartSource

Spreadsheet Order Form to FireSupport@TheSmartSource.com (If California Buying team, single request # for multiple

items. Outside of California buying team, must verify process with specific team. May require request number for each item.)

3. Fill with Agreement.

Critical Incident Peer Support Group (CISM)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Groups

CATALOG ITEM: CIST- Team, Critical Incident Stress

3. From the Pending Request screen, select Place Request Up, followed up with a courtesy phone call to GACC.

4. Create S# for Clinician

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: SMED – Service – Medical

5. FILL with Agreement. Name provided by CISM Coordinator to requesting unit dispatch.

(Ex: Clinician Name)

Note: All orders for peer support groups, need to be approved by the Forest Supervisor prior to the order being

processed. Please note in special needs if rental cars are authorized. Rosters are hosted by the Northern California

Coordination Center.

Dozers – (Private) VIPR

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – minimum 240 HP and greater and with Minimum base Weight of 60,000 lbs.

• Type 2 – minimum 150-250 HP and with Minimum base Weight of 35,000 lbs.

• Type 3 – minimum 99-165 HP and with Minimum base Weight of 20,000 lbs.

• Type 4 – minimum 50 – 110HP and with Minimum base Weight of 10,000 lbs.

Ordering Attributes

• Single or Double shift

• Grapple

• Rippers

• Low Ground Pressure

• Winch

•

6-way hydraulic blade- vendors offering that attribute will be given preference

as they appear on the priority dispatch list

Note: Dozer contractors are required to provide transport, pilot cars, and any required permits under one

request number (E#).

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: DZR1 - Dozer, Type 1

DZR2 - Dozer, Type 2

DZR3 - Dozer, Type 3

DZR4 - Dozer, Type 4

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Note: If known, document if the transport is to stay at the incident or be released.

Emergency Medical Technician

1.Consideration to Create Request

Type

• AEMT – Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

• EMTB – Emergency Medical Technician Basic

• EMTF – Emergency Medical Technician, Fireline

• EMTP – Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic

• EMPF – Paramedic< FIreline

Ordering Attributes

• Any specialized equipment you want them to have to support mission.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Positions

CATALOG ITEM: AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

EMTB - Emergency Medical Technician Basic

EMTF - Emergency Medical Technician, Fireline

EMTP - Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic

EMPF – Paramedic, Fireline

3. If unable to fill local, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy phone call to GACC.

4. If no fill with agency in California, Request will be Placed Direct in the “XBOX” to the Proper Operational Area.

5. When Agency and OES are depleted, From Pending Request screen, Place Request Up, followed up with courtesy

phone call to GACC.

6. GACC will Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor name and serial number)

Engines

Region 5 has awarded agreements for Type 3 & 6 engines.

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 6 – 150-gallon min. (must be 4x4)

• Type 3 – 500-gallon min. – Minimum staff of 3 (total Staffing of 5) if additional staffing

request, document in IROC.

Ordering Attributes

• All-Wheel Drive or 4X4

• Compressed Air Foam (CAFS)

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Engine

CATALOG ITEM: ENG3 - Engine, Type 3

ENG6 – Engine, Type 6

3. Fill from Pending Request screen – fill from “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Note: Vendor must provide crew manifest to dispatch. Contract engine and crews are excluded from the Neighbor

Unit VIPR DPL Process. If the engine or crew list is depleted, place an order to GACC not to neighboring dispatch

center.

Excavators (VIPR)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 160 HP,

min operating weight 50,000 lbs.

• Type 2 – 111 HP,

min operating weight 30,000 lbs.

• Type 3 – 81 HP, min operating weight 20,000 lbs.

• Type 4 – 60 HP,

min operating weight 15,000 lbs.

Ordering Attributes

• Clamshell Bucket

• Up Down Blade or Dozer Blade

• Steep Ground (self-leveling cab – Timco, etc.)

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: EXC1 - Excavator, Type 1

EXC2 - Excavator, Type 2

EXC3 - Excavator, Type 3

EXC4 - Excavator, Type 4

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Note: If known, document in IROC if the transport is to stay at an incident or be released.

Expanded Dispatch Module

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Groups

CATALOG ITEM: ECCT – Team, ECC Support (CALIFORNIA ONLY)

3. From the Pending Request screen, select Place Request Up, followed up with a courtesy phone call to GACC.

Faller, Single – Faller, Module

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Faller, Single (1 faller w/ all equipment and vehicle)

• Module, Faller (2 fallers w/ all equipment and vehicle)

Note: Only agency fallers are ordered as FAL1, FAL2, and FAL3. It’s now suggested when a faller module DPL

becomes exhausted, ask the incident if the ordering dispatch center can order single fallers two at a time. The

incident can create a module once they arrive at the incident.

Ordering Attributes

• None

Work/Rest

• Companies with multiple fallers on approved rosters may replace fallers on the same request. If

rostered personnel are no longer available, new orders will use DPL.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

Faller, Single

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Groups

CATALOG ITEM: SFAL – Faller, Single

Faller Module

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Groups

CATALOG ITEM: FMOD – Module, Faller

Note: Document in IROC names of faller or fallers. When the module unit is exhausted at the host dispatch DPL, It

may be helpful asking if single fallers could be ordered two at a time to create a module at the incident.

3. Fill from Pending Request Screen – fill from “VIPR tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name Module ID)

Feller Bunchers (VIPR)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 226+ HP and min 20” single cut

• Type 2 – 160 to 225 HP

Ordering Attributes

• Specify tracked or rubber tire (wheeled) plus min requirements.

• Cutting Heads:

o Bar saw

o Rotating Disc saw (Hot saw)

o Harvester processing Head

• Cab Leveling

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: FEL1 - Feller Buncher, Type 1

FEL2 - Feller Buncher, Type 2

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Fuel Tender

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 3501 + gallons

• Type 2 – 2501 to 3500 gallons

• Type 3 – 500 to 2500 gallons

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: FUT1 - Fuel Tender, Type 1

FUT2 - Fuel Tender, Type 2

FUT3 - Fuel Tender, Type 3

3. Fill from Pending Request Screen – query on “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# or ResourceID)

GIS Units

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 4 Computer Workstations, 2 additional workstations – 6 total

• Type 2 – 2 Computer Workstations, 2 additional workstations – 4 total

• Type 3 – 1 Computer Workstation, Workspace to accommodate 5

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: GIS1 - GIS Unit, Type 1

GIS2 - GIS Unit, Type 2

GIS3 - GIS Unit, Type 3

3. From the Pending Request screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy call to GACC.

Gray Water Truck

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 4000 gallons +

• Type 2 – 2500 to 3999 gallons

• Type 3 – 1000 to 2499 gallons

• Type 4 – 400 to 999 gallons

Ordering Attributes

• Truck or Tractor Trailer Combo

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Gray Water Truck

CATALOG ITEM: GWT1 - Gray Water Truck, Type 1

GWT2 - Gray Water Truck, Type 2

GWT3 - Gray Water Truck, Type 3

GWT4 - Gray Water Truck, Type 4

3. Fill from Pending Request screen – fill from the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Handwashing Units - Portable (AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resource)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Sanitation

CATALOG ITEM: SHWS - Service - Handwashing Station (Portable)

Note: Special Needs is where the dispatcher will include any variation to the delivery location reflected in the reporting

instructions (two delivery locations), ground resource contact information, requested servicing schedule (ex. Daily, weekly,

on call, etc.)

3. Fill with Agreement-Order per process outlined in the “SOG for AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resources posted on the AIMS DPL

Site

(Ex: Vendor Name – Agreement Number) (Mannie’s Potties LLC - AG# 1202RZ22)

Note: Only one request number needed per vendor. Quantity and location of handwashing stations ordered to be

documented in IROC.

Handwashing Stations – Trailer Mounted

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 12+ sinks

• Type 2 – 8 to 11 sinks

Ordering Attributes

• Minimum 8 sinks

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: HND1 - Handwashing Station (Trailer Mounted), Type 1

HND2 - Handwashing Station (Trailer Mounted), Type 2

Note: In “Special Needs” indicate trailer mounted. Specify the number of sinks requested.

3. Fill from Pending Request screen – fill from the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# or ResourceID)

Helicopter Operations Support (HOS) Units

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

• Ordered by specific incident needs – i.e. radios, workstations, etc.

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: HOSU – Helicopter Operations Support Unit

3. From Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy phone call to GACC.

Incident Base Recycling IBPA (Incident Only/EERA)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Sanitation

CATALOG ITEM: SREY -Service Recycling

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Ex: Vendor Name)

Incident Base Units (Camp in a Box)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 (full configuration with 10 trailers)

• Type 2 (reduced configuration with 5 trailers)

Ordering Attributes

• None Closest Available Concept

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: IBU1 - Incident Base Unit, Type 1

IBU2 - Incident Base Unit, Type 2

Note: In “Special Needs” add a good physical address of the location for the Incident Base Unit (Camp in a Box) to be

delivered.

The request will be placed to the GACC, followed up with a courtesy phone call. The GACC will determine the

closest resource (via Google Maps https://www.google.com/maps ).

Special Needs: Physical Address

3. From Pending Request screen, Place Request Up, followed up with courtesy phone call to GACC.

Incident Management Teams (IMT)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1

• Type 2

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Group

CATALOG ITEM: CIMT – Team, Complex Incident Management

IMT3 - Team, Type 3

NIMO - Team, Natl Incident Mgmt. Organization

Note: In “Special Needs” include the following statement on all federal team orders.

In-Briefing (Date & Time), Location:

Rental Car and Agency Vehicle Authorized. CFAA Approved

3. From the Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy phone call to the GACC.

Laundry Units – Mobile

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• Type 1 – Minimum production 2500 lbs. per day

• Type 2 – Minimum production 1500 lbs. per day

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: LAU1 - Laundry, Mobile, Type 1

LAU2 - Laundry, Mobile, Type 2

3. From the Pending Request screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy call to the GACC.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# or ResourceID)

Masticator – Boom Mounted or Strip Mulchers/Masticator (Track Mounted) VIPR

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

Mulcher/Masticator – Boom Mounted

• Type 1 – 160 HP and 50,000 lbs.

• Type 2 – 111 HP and 30,000 lbs.

• Type 3 – 81 HP and 20,000 lbs.

• Type 4 – 60 HP and 15,000 lbs.

Strip Mulchers/Masticators

• Type 1 – 200 to 350 HP

• Type 2 – 100 to 199 HP

• Type 3 – 50 to 99 HP

Specified tracked or rubber-tire (wheeled) plus min requirements.

Ordering Attributes

• Cab Leveling

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: MBM1 - Masticator – Boom Mounted, Type 1

MBM2 - Masticator – Boom Mounted, Type 2

MBM3 - Masticator - Boom Mounted, Type 3

MBM4 - Masticator- Boom Mounted, Type 4

SMM1 –Strip Mulchers/Masticators, Type 1

SMM2 -Strip Mulchers/Masticators, Type 2

SMM3 - Strip Mulchers/Masticators, Type 3

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Mechanic w/ Service Truck

1. Considerations to Create Request

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: STMH - Mechanic-Heavy – Type 1

STML - Mechanic Truck/Auto – Type 2

Ordering Attributes

• None

Work/Rest

• Companies with multiple mechanics may NOT replace mechanics. R&R in

place or a new request must be placed using DPL.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: Service Truck w/ Mechanic, Heavy

Service Truck w/ Mechanic, Light

4. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Note: Companies with multiple mechanics May NOT choose a different mechanic if their company mechanic listed

on the DPL is not available. Dispatch must always use DPL standing per each individual mechanic. This resource is

not tracked by a VIN#, but by Mechanic Name.

Medical Support Unit

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Medical

CATALOG ITEM: MESU- Medical Support Unit

Note: In “Special Needs” list minimum quals and equipment required

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Ex: Vendor Name)

Mobile Retardant Base

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Aircraft

CATEGORY: Service - Aviation

CATALOG ITEM: SMRB - Service – Mobile Retardant Base

Note: Use Special Needs block to identify type of aircraft utilizing service (i.e. Helicopter, SEAT, LAT, VLAT) and

reporting location

3. From the Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy call to the GACC.

Mobile Sleeping (MSU Units)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 40-48 Berths

• Type 2 – 21-39 Berths

• Type 3 – 4-20 Berths

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: SLP1 - Mobile Sleeper Unit, Type 1

SLP2 - Mobile Sleeper Unit, Type 2

SLP3 - Mobile Sleeper Unit, Type 3

3. From the Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy call to the GACC.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# or ResourceID)

Name Request

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Non- Cal OES

o Special Needs: Justification for Name Request, following IROC business practices.

• Verbiage Example:

o Standard OH NR:



RESOURCE NAME



PRIORITY TRAINEE



SPECIFIC AGENCY REPRESENTATIVE



RESOURCE IS ABLE TO WORK VIRTUALLY FOR THIS ASSINGMENT



THIS NR HAS BEEN APPROVED BY SENDING UNITS FOREST DUTY OFFICER AND IS AVAILABLE



FAMILIAR WITH LOCAL POLICIES



EXPERIANCED WITH LOCAL INCIDENTS GEOGRAPHY, FIRE BEHAVIOR, AND

WEATHER PATTERNS



FAMILIAR WITH LOCAL FOREST, PARK OR TRIBAL NATURAL RESOURCE THAT ARE

AFFECTED BY THE FIRE



JOHN DOE MEETS THE REQUIRED SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS AS A “THSP”

FOR THIS ASSINGMENT.



NAME REQUEST INDIVIDUAL DUE TO THEIR EXPERTISE IN NATIONAL AND

REGIONAL MANAGEMENT



EXPERIANCED IN IDENTIFYING AND EVALUATING POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF FIRE

OPERATIONS ON NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES.

o Agency Representative:



TO SUPPORT FED MISSION, etc.



EXPERIANCED WITH LOCAL FOREST COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS



KNOWLEDGE OF FOREST SERVICE POLICIES AND PRODEDURES

o Overhead NR request when other resources are closer:



PRIORITY TRAINEE (if applicable)



RESOURCE IS ABLE TO WORK VIRTUALLY FOR THIS ASSINGMENT



JOHN DOE HAS PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE ON THIS FOREST



FAMILIAR WITH GEOGRAPHY AND FIRE BEHAVIOR



EXPERIANCED WITH LOCAL FOREST COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS



KNOWLEDGE OF FOREST SERVICE POLICIES AND PRODEDURES



EXPLINATION OF SITUATION SPECIFIC SITUATION REASON

o Overhead NR after receiving Multiple UTFs:



PRIORITY TRAINEE



NAME REQUEST DUE TO MULTIPLE UTF ORDERS,



RESOURCE HAS APPROVAL BY SUPERVISOR FOR THIS REQUEST AND IS AVAILABLE



RESOURCE IS ABLE TO WORK VIRTUALLY FOR THIS ASSINGMENT



JOHN DOE HAS WORKED ON THIS FOREST BEFORE AND IS VERY FAMILIAR WITH

LOCAL POLICIES.

• Cal OES

o Special Needs: Justification for Name Request, following IROC business practices.

Order must have been shopped and been UTF’d nationally.

CFAA approved and justification form faxed to Warning Center.

o Financial Code: CFAA – CA FIRE ASSIST AGR

o Fax Justification form received from incident to Warning Center. Instruction

on Link – Cal OES Name Request Form

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

Non- Cal OES - From Pending Request screen, Place Request up, followed by a courtesy phone call to the GACC.

Cal OES – In the Pending Request screen, Under Other Resource Tab, place request to your local OES (Xbox) Op.

area, followed by a courtesy phone call.

Pack Stringer

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Positions

CATALOG ITEM: PACK- Packer

Note: To order a pack string you must contact the representative from the incidents zone; either north or south.

(Listed in Pack Stringer- Ordering Guide on Pg. 66) Once availability is determined, personnel will be name requested.

Each packer with their truck, trailer, and mules are ordered as an “O” number as PACK. Assistant for each pack string

is ordered on a support order, usually as a FFT1 or FFT2, and chosen by the packer. See Pack Stringer Ordering Guide

for more information. (Pg. 66)

3. From the Pending Request screen, select Place Request Up, followed up with a courtesy phone call to GACC.

Portable Air Traffic Control Tower (Incident Only/EERA)

1. Considerations to Create Request

• Review FAA WSA Mobile Airport Traffic Control Tower Guidance https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/airspace

1. Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Aircraft

CATEGORY: Service - Aviation

CATALOG ITEM: STMT - Service – Temporary Tower

Note: The ECC or Air Operations will fill out the Temporary Tower Request Form located

at:https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/airspace This form will need to sent to the Buying team or AIMS along with a copy of the

resource order. A copy of the Temporary Tower Request will also need to be sent to The GACC ACOR or Acting for

notification to the National Airspace Coordinator. The Forest Aviation Officer will contact the local Airport Manager to

discuss the following information: Needed Date/Time, Delivery Location, how many Aircraft, Staffing hours and verify a

Land Use Agreement is in place or in process with AIMS.

The Buying Team or AIMS will contact the vendor to

initiate services, please do not contact the vendors until after an EERA has been awarded.

It takes 48 hours lead

time prior to needed date/time for order. Expect up to 72 hours for delivery and/or set up

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team.

(Ex: Vendor Name)

Currently there is 3 vendors identified that can provide Mobile Airport Traffic Control Towers, (TEMP TOWERS) Listed in

alphabetical order (Vendor selection will be done by the Contracting Officer. Please do not dispatch a vendor prior to a

Contracting Officer award / EERA.):

1) Aegis ATC, LLC – POC Alex Fugate, 541-281-0082 / 541-331-9547, Towers located at: Hayward, CA and Klamath

Falls, OR. Email: alexwfug[email protected]

2) Fire Dawg Green – POC Julie Quigley, 530-842-4711, Towers located at: Placerville, CA and Yreka California. Email:

[email protected]t

3) Tower Tech, INC – POC Titus Gall, 916-215-3135, Towers located at: Meadow Vista, CA. Email: twrtech@vfr.net

Portable Air Traffic Control Tower (Western Service Agreement)

Considerations to Create Request

• Review FAA WSA Mobile Airport Traffic Control Tower Guidance https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/airspace

1. Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Aircraft

CATEGORY: Service - Aviation

CATALOG ITEM: STMT - Service – Temporary Tower

3. Note: THE FOLLOWING STEPS ILLUSTRATE THE PROPER METHOD OF DEALING WITH A TEMP TOWER UTILIZING THE

WSA REIMBURSABLE AGREEMENT.

4. The Local FAO and Dispatch Center will work together on the details. Please ensure that the Airport Manager has

provided approval for the use of the Temporary Tower for their airport. The FAO/UOA/AOBD should work with the

Airport Manager to obtain approval.

5. Step 1 – The Local Dispatch Center will create an order in IROC for “Service – Temporary Tower”. The Local Dispatch

Center will then fill out the Temporary Tower Request Form located at: https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/airspace and email

Temp Tower Request form to your Geographic Area Coordination center.

6. Step 2 – The Aircraft Desk or Assigned Airspace Coordinator (ASCO) will contact the Regional Operations Center (206)

231-2089 and ask for the Temporary Tower Coordinator. Discuss the following information: Needed Date/Time,

Delivery Location, Staffing hours, How many aircraft? IROC Order, and the Temp Tower Request Form.

7. Step 3 – The Temp Tower may take a few days to get into place, but once it does the Geographic Area will fill the

request in IROC using “Fill with Agreement”.

Potable Water Truck

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 4000 gallons +

• Type 2 – 2500 to 3999 gallons

• Type 3 – 1000 to 2499 gallons

• Type 4 – 400 to 999 gallons

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Potable Water Truck

CATALOG ITEM: POT1 - Potable Water Truck – Type 1

POT2 - Potable Water Truck – Type 2

POT3 - Potable Water Truck – Type 3

POT4 - Potable Water Truck – Type 4

POTA – Potable Water Truck – Type Any

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Radio Kits

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• See specific kits

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: NFES Supplies

CATALOG ITEM: [query for specific kit]

• Add pertinent information to the “Navigation/Reporting Instructions” field.

• In “Special Needs,” ADD – Deliver to address, Bill to address, name and phone number of the contact

person picking up radio kits

• Follow-up ETA in IROC and be sure the kits will be picked up by someone.

• Select Default Finance Code

3. Place a request to GACC.

Rapid Extraction Support Module (REMS)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Overhead

CATEGORY: Groups

CATALOG ITEM: REMS - Module, Rapid Extraction Support (GACC ONLY)

Note: Request can be processed through OES system before going to AIMS or Buying team.

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

Special Needs: Reference REMS identification in FIRESCOPE ICS – 223-12

Reconnaissance Aircraft

1. Considerations to Create

• Is an EU Platform available? Do you need a CWN?

• Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• Radio packages

• Twin engine

• High wing

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Aircraft

CATEGORY: Fixed Wing

CATALOG ITEM: FWRE – Fixed Wing, Reconnaissance

1. From Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by a courtesy phone call to GACC.

Note: In “Special Needs”, indicate specific of the request example: single engine, twin

engine, high wing, Low wing, POC phone number.

Refrigerated Trailer Unit

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – >43 ft.

• Type 2 – 29 to 43 ft.

• Type 3 – 20 to 29 ft.

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Trailer

CATALOG ITEM: REF1 - Trailer, Refrigerated, Type 1

REF2 - Trailer, Refrigerated, Type 2

REF3 - Trailer, Refrigerated, Type 3

REFA – Trailer, Refrigerated, Type Any

Note: In “Special Needs” on the “New Request” screen, indicate Type 1, 2, or 3.

3. From Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by Courtesy Call to GACC.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN if no VIN)

Rental Vehicles (NERV process)

Follow instructions for Pacific Southwest Region NERV ordering process. See Contract agreement.

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Compact Car/Sedan

• Minivan

• Pickups:

• ¾ and 1 Ton Pickup Truck - Heavy Duty Pickup (with HD tires)

• Large Cargo Vehicles:

• Cargo Van - Heavy Duty Cargo Van - Stake Bed Truck (> 20 ft.)

• Large Stake Bed Truck (<20 ft.) - Box Truck & Cutaway Truck (>20 ft.)

• Large Box Truck (<20 ft.)

2. How to Create Request in IROC for Ground Support Vehicles using NERV.

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Transportation

CATALOG ITEM: Transportation, Pickup, Type Any PUPA

Transportation, Vehicle, Automobile AUTO

Transportation, Stakeside, Type Any STKA

Transportation, Van, Box VANB

Transportation, Van, Passenger VANP

Transportation, Vehicle, Sport Utility, Large SUVL

Transportation, Vehicle, Sport Utility Small SUVS

Note: In “Special Needs” on the “New Request” screen, indicate specific of the request

example: heavy duty pick up.

3. Fill with agreement.

(EX: NERV Pickup License plate #)

Note: When filling requests for non-ground support vehicles (i.e. Overhead & Crews) the vehicle

information will be documented in the documentation on the Resource Order as NERV – Vehicle Type

– License plate #.

Link - NERV Website

Road Graders (VIPR)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 165 + HP

• Type 2 – 120 to 164 HP

12ft moldboard

minimum

Ordering Attributes

• 14 ft moldboard

• 4 wheel or all-wheel drive

• Rippers

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: Equipment

GRD1 - Road Grader, Type 1

GRD2 - Road Grader, Type 2

GRDA - Road Grader, TYPE ANY

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Satellite Internet Service (EERA – Commercial Item)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Communication

CATELOG ITEM: SDAT Service, – Data Line (NON-NFES)

Note: Process for ordering satellite services will be through AQM Incident Procurement or Buying Team.

Showers

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• None

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Shower, mobile

CATALOG ITEM: MSFU - Shower, mobile

Note: In special needs, estimate the number of persons and duration at the peak of the incident, a good location

address, and incident name and phone number for the contact person.

1. Place request up and alert GACC – Attach “Mobile Food and Shower Service Request” form to the request.

Note: Notify the GACC with tentative release information. Upon demobilization, give 15 minutes of travel.

Skidder (VIPR)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 176 + HP

• Type 2 – 100 to 175 HP

• Type 3 – 60 to 99 HP

Can be ordered with different grapple configurations or winch line plus min requirements.

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: SKD1 - Skidder, Type 1

SKD2 - Skidder, Type 2

SKD3 - Skidder, Type 3

SKDA - Skidder, Type Any

3. Fill on the Pending Request screen – use the “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN#)

Skidgine

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 • Type 1 - 1200+ gallons

• Type 2 - 800 – 1199 gallons

• Type 3 - 400-799 gallons

• Type 4 – 200-399 gallon

Ordering Attributes

• Detachable Tank with Grapple

• NOTES: This attribute will be listed on the dispatch priority list and if the incident specifically orders the

equipment with this attribute, vendors offering that attribute will be given preference as they appear on the

dispatch priority list.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Heavy Equipment

CATALOG ITEM: SKG1 - Skidgine, Type 1

SKG2 - Skidgine, Type 2

SKG3 - Skidgine, Type 3

SKG4 - Skidgine, Type 4

SKGA - Skidgine, Type Any

SKGS –Skidgine, Soft track

3. From Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by Courtesy Call to GACC.

Smokejumpers

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Smokejumpers IA load

• Para-cargo

Ordering Attributes

• NOTES:

2. How to Create Request in IROC

FOR INITIAL ATTACK FOR PARA-CARGO

CATALOG: Aircraft CATALOG: AIRCRAFT

CATEGORY: Aircraft Group CATEGORY: FIXED WING

CATALOG ITEM: SMIA- Load, Smokejumper, IA CATALOG ITEM: FIXED WING, CARGO

Special needs: For Para-Cargo, enter POC on the fire, drop spot (lat. X long.) andlist the cargo

needed.

3. From Pending Request Screen, Place Request Up, followed by Courtesy Call to GACC.

Tents and Canopies (EERA – Commercial Item)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – Canopy w/o sidewalls (40x40, 40x60,40x80)

• Type 2 – Canopy w/o sidewalls (20x40, 20x60)

• Type 3 – Tent (500-700 sq. ft.), which also includes a cooling unit

• Type 4 – Tent (200-500 sq. ft.), which also includes a cooling unit

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: TNT1 Tent, Type 1

TNT2 - Tent, Type 2

TNT3 - Tent, Type 3

TNT4 - Tent, Type 4

TNTA - Tent, Type Any

Note: The Caches stock tents/shelters that may support type 3 or 4 tent specifications. Tents/Shelters ordered from

the Cache are ordered by NFES number as an “S’ number.

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# or Resource ID)

Note: Tents need to be ordered independently and show individual E# for each tent on the resource order.

Tent Cooling (Cooling unit adequate to maintain a temperature 15 degrees less than the outdoor temperature)

• Cooling Unit is optional for Type 1 & 2 Tents (D.2.1.1(7))

• Cooling Unit is required for Type 3 & 4 Tents (D.2.1.2(6))

Note: Type 3 & 4 Tent Vendors may bring whatever unit(s) (evaporative cooler, air conditioning

unit, etc.) needed to meet the minimum cooling requirement

Tent Optional Equipment

Optional Equipment is NOT incorporated into tent agreements. Tent orders shall not include optional equipment

(i.e., generators, cooling units, or ADA Tents) on any of the tent resource order documentation.

The optional equipment listed below will be ordered separately from Tent orders and will require a separate

request number:

1. Generator, with a decibel rating no greater than 68 at 50 feet.

2. ADA Accessible Tent

3. Cooling

• Example: The incident calls requesting expanded to order one (1) Type 2 Canopy (20x60) with

an AC unit and three (3) Type 4 Tents all with AC units due to high temperatures. Expanded will

generate one “E#” for the Type 2 Canopy (Tent), three separate “E#” for the AC unit and three

separate “E#” for the three (3) Type 4 Tents. All tent orders will be filled using the appropriate

DPLs. The AC Unit for the Type 4 tents may be filled by the Buying Team or the Incident

Contracting Officer. The dispatcher filling AC order can ask the tent vendor if they have an AC

unit available and relay that information to the Buying Team or the Incident Contracting Officer

as a source for possible Incident Only EERA. If the Government is unable to come to terms with

the respective tent vendor, the Government reserves the right to utilize other means to

procure the optional equipment (e.g. Buying Team commercial rental).

• *Consider contacting the Fire Cache. Tents may be available that meet the Type 4 specifications.

Toilets - Portable (AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resource)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Regular Portable Toilets

• Accessible Toilets

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Supply

CATEGORY: Service, Sanitation

CATALOG ITEM: SPPT - Service - Porta Potties

Note: In “Special Needs” on the “New Request” screen indicate Regular or Accessible. No servicing is included in

the daily rate. Logistics sets the schedule and number of services per day. Only one request number needed per

Toilet Vendor for each type of Toilet (i.e. Regular or Accessible). Quantity and location of toilets ordered to be

documented in IROC.

3. Fill with Agreement. Order per process outlined in the “SOG for AIMS Negotiated I-BPA Resources posted on the AIMS

DPL Site

(Ex: Vendor Name – Agreement Number) (Mannie’s Potties LLC - AG# 1202RZ22)

Note: When releasing document quantity and location in IROC

Tractors – Cache (Incident Only/EERA)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Tractor only

• Tractor w/ one trailer

• Tractor w/ 2 trailers

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Transportation

CATALOG ITEM: TRAC - Transportation, Tractor

TRAT - Transportation, Tractor/Trailer

3. Fill with agreement.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN if no VIN)

Transport, Lowboy (Stand Alone) EERA – Commercial Agreement

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – >70,000 lbs.

• Type 2 – 35,000 – 69,999 lbs.

• Type 3 – <35,000 lbs.

Ordering Attributes

• None

Note: Must have Carrier and Cargo Insurance

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Transportation

CATALOG ITEM: LOW1 - Transportation, Lowboy, Type 1

LOW2 - Transportation, Lowboy, Type 2

LOW3 - Transportation, Lowboy, Type 3

Note: Is for a single transport only; dozers come with their own transportation under DPL.

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN in no VIN)

Trailer, Mobile Office (AIMS)

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

•

None

Ordering Attributes

•

None

How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY:

Trailer

CATALOG ITEM:

OFFT – Mobile Office

3. Fill with Agreement. Order processes through AIMS or Buying Team

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN if no VIN)

Unmanned Aerial Systems

1. Considerations to Create Requests

 All UAS will now be ordered as Aircraft A#s and rostered with appropriate personnel

 Important: UAS Orders should be coordinated with the Regional UAS Specialist or Agency Representative for

efficiency. See the

Regional Contacts page for more information.

Type

• Type 1 – Fixed wing- CWN-Endurance 6-14Hr-Max range-50Miles

• Type 2 – Fixed wing –CWN-Endurance 1-6 Hr.-Max range-25Miles

• Type 3 – Rotor wing –Endurance-20-60min. Aerial Ignitions Capable-Max Range 5Miles

• Type 4- Rotor Wing-Endurance-Up to 30min.-Max Range 2Miles

Ordering Attributes

• IR/Mapping/SA

• Aerial Ignitions

• CWN Type 1,2

Note: Special Needs for UAS IR/Mapping/SA

• Specify Type 3 or 4 with desired capabilities. Example: Need Type 3 UAS with EO and IR capabilities.

• Other small UAS, sensors, support equipment, cell phone, tablets, televisions, laptops authorized

• Large SUV/Pickup Truck, off road capable rental vehicle or NERV large SUV/Pickup Truck (emergency

operations only), off road capable vehicle authorized.

Special Needs for UAS Aerial Ignitions

• Type 3 with Aerial Ignition PSD Machine and IR/EO Camera Sensor

• Other small UAS, sensors, support equipment, cell phone, tablets, televisions, laptops authorized

• Large SUV/Pickup Truck, off road capable rental vehicle or NERV large SUV/Pickup Truck (emergency

operations only), off road capable vehicle authorized.

Special Needs for CWN Type 1,2

• Cell phone, tablets, laptops authorized.

• Large SUV/Pickup Truck, off road capable rental vehicle or NERV large SUV/Pickup Truck (emergency

operations only), off road capable vehicle authorized.

• Trainees authorized

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Aircraft

CATEGORY: Unmanned Aircraft

CATALOG ITEM: UAF1-Fixed Wing T1

UAF2-Fixed Wing T2

UAR3-Rotor Wing T3

UAR4-Rotor Wing T4

Hyperlinks (UAS)



 UAS Ordering | Interagency UAS Program (nifc.gov)

 Forest Service Standards for UAS Operations 07012020.pdf (usda.gov)

 Home | Interagency UAS Program (nifc.gov)

 NWCG Standards for Fire Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, PMS 515 | NWCG

Vehicle with Driver (VIPR)

1. Considerations to Create Request

Type

• Pickup, Type 1 – GVWR of 8,501 lbs. to 19,500lbs, minimum 72-inch bed length,

• Max bed length 12’

• Pickup, Type 2 – GVWR of 6,001 to 8,500 lbs., minimum 66-inch bed length

• Pickup, Type 3 – GVWR up to 6,000 lbs., minimum 60-inch bed length

• Pickup, Type Any

• Stake side, Type 1 – GVWR 14,001 lbs. to 26,000 lbs, specify if the truck has dump/tilt box OR

liftgate

• Stake side, Type 2 – GVWR 10,001lbs. to 14,000lbs., specify if the truck has dump/tilt box OR

liftgate

• Stakeside, Type Any

• Van, Box, or Passenger

Liftgate Ordering Attributes

• All vehicles – 4WD/AWD

• Stakeside Trucks

• Dump/Tilt Box

• Lift Gate

Note: Towing is no longer allowed under this solicitation. The full bed of the truck shall be available for

incident use. Modifications to vehicles such as lift kits, aftermarket exhaust (i.e., glass packs), and other

such modifications that would compromise the integrity of the vehicle may not be accepted. If safety is

not compromised, it would be up to the incident personnel to determine if the equipment meets the

needs of the incident.

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Transportation

CATALOG ITEM: AUTO - Transportation, Vehicle, Automobile

PUP1 - Transportation, Pickup, Type 1

PUP2 – Transportation, Pickup, Type 2

PUP3 – Transportation, Pickup, Type 3

PUPA – Transportation, Pickup, Type Any

SUVL - Transportation, Vehicle, Sport Utility, Large (SUV)

STK1 – Transportation, Stakeside, Type 1

STK2 – Transportation, Stakeside, Type 2

STKA – Transportation, Stakeside, Type Any

VANB - Transportation, Van, Box

VANP – Transportation, Van, Passenger

3. Fill with agreement.

(Ex: Vendor Name Vehicle Model License#)

Water Tender - Support

 Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – 4000 gallons +

• Type 2 – 2500 to 3999 gallons

• Type 3 – 1000 to 2499 gallons

Ordering Attributes

• All-Wheel Drive or 4X4

Note: Special Needs, Staffing, Single Shift, Double Shift

 How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Tender, Water (Support)

CATALOG ITEM: WTS1 - Tender, Water (Support), Type 1

WTS2 - Tender, Water (Support), Type 2

WTS3 Tender, Water (Support), Type 3

WTSA - Tender, Water (Support), Type Any

 Fill on pending screen – use “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# )

Weed Washers

1. Considerations to Create

Request Type

• Type 1 – Self-contained with recycled water system and underbody wash system

Ordering Attributes

• None

2. How to Create Request in IROC

CATALOG: Equipment

CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

CATALOG ITEM: WEED - Weed Washing Unit

3. Fill on pending screen – use “VIPR” tab.

(Ex: Vendor Name last 6 of VIN# (or SN in no VIN)

Neighboring Units for VIPR DPLs in IROC

Below is a list of the forests and their recommended neighbors for accessing VIPR DPLs when their DPLs are

exhausted. If these neighboring lists are exhausted due to activity, an order should be placed to the GACC. Contract

Engine and Crews are excluded from the Neighbor Unit VIPR DPL Process. If the Engine or Crew list is depleted,

place the order to GACC, not to Neighboring Dispatch Center.

MNF – SRF, SHF, PNF, ENF, TNF

SRF – KNF, SHF, MNF, MDF

KNF – SRF, SHF, MDF, LNF, MNF

SHF – SRF, KNF, LNF, MDF, MNF, PNF

MDF – SHF, KNF, LNF, SRF

LNF – MDF, SHF, PNF, KNF

PNF – LNF, TNF, SHF, MNF, ENF

TNF – PNF, ENF, MNF, SHF, STF

ENF – TNF, STF, MNF, INF, PNF

STF – ENF, SNF, LPF, INF, SQF

SNF – STF, SQF, LPF, INF, ANF

SQF – SNF, LPF, BDF, INF, ANF

INF – SQF, BDF, ENF, SNF, STF, ANF

LPF – ANF, SQF, SNF, STF

BDF – ANF, CNF, LPF, INF, SQF

ANF – BDF, CNF, LPF, SQF, SNF, INF

CNF – ANF, BDF, LPF, INF, SQF

With new national VIPR direction, it is no longer acceptable to give your neighbor’s access to equipment on your

VIPR Dispatch Priority List (DPL) directly. As a solution to the issue, the GACCs will designate selection areas for

DPL equipment in IROC for each dispatch center and their neighbors. If a DPL at the incident dispatch center

becomes exhausted, the incident dispatch center can place an order in IROC directly to one of its dispatching

neighbors. The neighboring dispatch will then shop their DPL. If they have also exhausted their DPL; they will UTF

the order back to the incident (requesting) dispatch center. When this occurs, the incident dispatch center can place

the request directly to the next neighbor on their list. After the incident dispatch center has exhausted their

Neighbor’s DPL, they will place the order to the GACC and the GACC will place the order to any remaining forest

that has not been contacted by the Incident Host Dispatch Center. For consistency of documentation, dispatchers will be

required to place the actual order to their neighbor for documentation purpose, just documenting a phone call to the

neighbor, which states that the neighboring forest does not have the requested resource available without placing the order

through the selection area will not meet an acceptable level of documentation.

Example

1. CNF has a request for a DPL Support Water Tender. CNF will first exhaust their list of DPL Support Water

Tenders. CNF can then shop ANF, BDF, LPF, INF, and SQF for DPL Support Water Tender.

2. CNF will place the order through their selection area to the closest neighbor. For this example, CNF places

the order to BDF.

3. BDF would then shop their DPL for Support Water Tenders. After BDF has exhausted their list, they would

UTF the order back to CNF.

4. CNF would then place the order to the next neighbor on their list until the order is filled or their neighbors

have exhausted their lists and have UTF it back to BDF. The recorded of UTFs will serve as documentation of

which DPL was shopped for this request. Additional IROC “Documentation” or hard copy documentation

will still need to be maintained to document communication with vendors on the DPL lists.

5. After CNF exhausts their neighbors’ list, they would place the request to the GACC, and the GACC would

place it to the next forest using the closest resource concept.

Most importantly, during your vendor contacts, if a vendor has indicated they have no equipment available, instruct

the vendor to call dispatch to status themselves as available, when they become available. Remember to document

this conversation/ vendor instructions. Suggestion: When the initial equipment orders start, the DPL lists can be

printed out and used for your documentation of vendor calls and equipment status

Below is a DPL flow chart to support decisions for Incident Only EERA process

AIMS Incident Response

AIMS Tracker & How-To

Access: Anyone with a FireNet Account can view

Log into FireNet using portal.office.com

At the main screen search “AIMS Tracker 2024” per Figure 1 & Select the SharePoint from the top of the

list

Figure 1

Window in Figure 2 will populate.

Figure 2

AIMS TRACKER & HOW TO’s

NAMED ACCOUNT VIEW STATUS/ INFORMATION

Column header can be used to sort or filter to locate your incident.

Future use select the list here or from applications list here and you will see this

view

Figure 3

Save the AIMS Tracker as a “Favorite”

Then you can click the star in the upper-right corner of the icon to Favorite the list.

Select “Export” from the top menu

Select either Excel Workbook or CSV and download to your computer.

Exporting the Information

Resource Extension Request

Most resources can be extended on Federal incidents. There are several considerations or factors to

be considered.

This guide will lead you through the process of if a Resource Extension Request Form is needed, what

signatures are needed, and where to send it to get additional signatures.

Any questions please reach out to the North Ops Duty Officer.

Things to consider before initiating an extension:

1. Are personnel needed to work past their 14-day assignment?

2. Extension requests should be initiated by the incident. Is there at least 72-96 hours prior to the

current last workday of the resource to provide ample time for approval process to be

completed?

3. Is the resource in agreement to extend?

4. Have they already been extended on the current assignment?

5. Is this a VIPR resource that cannot rotate out personnel (Faller, Single/Module or Mechanic with

Service Truck)?

6. Has the IMT Team received approval from the GACC/NMAC?

*If resource is a Team, Hand Crew, Module, or an Engine Crew; only complete one request form.

Provide the Operational Resource Name, i.e., Smokey Bear T1 IMT, Smokey Bear T2IA Crew, Smokey

Bear Suppression Module, Smokey Bear T4 Engine 741, for Resource Name. Provide Parent Request#

only.

Overhead

Single Resource,

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1, 2 and 4 signatures are required in order.

Complex Incident Management Teams, Area Command Teams, National Incident Management

Organization Teams (NIMO), and National Buying Teams.

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 – 6 signatures are required in order.

Wildland Fire Modules (WFM1 and WFM2),

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 – 5 signatures are required in order.

Suppression Modules (SMOD),

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 - 5 signatures are required in order.

Overhead (VIPR)

Faller Module (FMOD), Extension requests are needed when personnel are not swapped out and asked to extend.

Crews

Agency Crews – All Agency crews need an extension request. Based on the policy in place at the time,

agency crews may not be able to extend. Call North Ops for the most current information.

Type 1 Interagency Hotshot Crew,

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 – 6 signatures are required in order.

Agency Crews, (T2IA, T2)

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 – 5 signatures are required in order.

Contract Crews, (T2IA, T2)

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 – 5 signatures are required in order.

Equipment (Tactical)

Agency Equipment, (Engine, Water Tender, etc.)

• Block A. is to be filled out by the Resource.

• Blocks B. & C. are to be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

• Block D. 1 – 5 signatures are required in order.

If crewmember swaps have been approved by the Hosting and Sending GACCs then no extension

request is needed.

VIPR (Contract/EERA)

VIPR Resource Operator, (Mechanics with Service Truck, EMT’s, and Faller/Faller Mods) Extension

requests are needed when personnel are not swapped out and asked to extend.

VIPR ENGINES that are Dispatched out of North OPS GACC Dispatch Centers and are assigned on an

incident within the North Ops GACC: (The Equipment is being hired that comes with a crew. The Engine

does not need an extension. As the crew hits their 14

day, it is the company’s responsibility to swap the

crew out for days off or replace the crew.)

• No extension form is needed.

• ECC/Expanded needs to document in IROC Order how they are performing work rest (R&R,

Rotating Crew, or Swapping Personnel).

VIPR ENGINES assigned on an Incident Out of GACC:

• No extension form is needed.

• ECC/Expanded needs to document in IROC Order how they are performing work rest (R&R,

Rotating Crew, or Swapping Personnel).

VIPR ENGINES from Out of GACC:

• No extension form is needed.

• ECC/Expanded needs to document in IROC Order how they are performing work rest (R&R,

Rotating Crew, or Swapping Personnel).

In Depth, Extension Request Form Information

A) RESOURCE and INCIDENT INFORMATION:

• Resource Name: as it appears on their resource order.

• Home Dispatch or Home Unit ID: is where the resource is from. If using home unit ID,

ensure that it is where the resource is from and not the owner of the contract. For

example, some of the contract type 2 crews show a Home Unit ID: (ID-FCF). This ID may

only be the owner of the contract and not where the resource is from. The purpose of

this block is for easy determination of where the form needs to go. Please add

additional information if needed. This is needed to know which GACC to send

the extension request to for signatures.

• Incident Name: Name of the fire or the incident.

• Incident #: The specific # for the fire or incident (CA-LNF-000384).

• Request #: This is the resources order # on the fire or incident. This usually starts with

either a E,O, or C. Which determines what type of resource they are (E-Engine, O-

Overhead, and C-Crew).

• Position on Incident: This is the specific type of resource.

• Home Unit Supervisor’s Information: This is the resources direct supervisor from where

they are from.

Examples:

B) REQUESTED BY:

• To be filled out by the Incident Supervisor.

Example:

C) EXTENSION INFORMATION

• Length of Extension cannot exceed 30 days of actual workdays on the assignment. Last

Workday, this is the new or proposed last workday. Remember To Account For Proper

Work Rest, by referring to the most current NWCG Standards for Interagency Business

Management and the 2024 Interagency Standards for Fire Aviation Operations (Red

Book). Different agencies may have different rules.

https://www.nifc.gov/sites/default/files/redbook-files/RedBook_Final.pdf

Justification is mandatory for needed extension request of resources.

After selecting one of the three justification options, explain in more detail of why this request is

needed for the resource to extend

Example:

D) APPROVED BY:

• Signatures. Lines 1,2 and 4 must be signed before the GACC can sign. These can be

verbal signatures if the resource is in the field and unavailable. "Per resource, good

to extend” or "approved via phone" are just some examples. Actual signatures can be

electronic or wet signatures.

Naming and Sending the “Resource Extension Request Form” to the GACC

Naming the Electronic File,

Name the file in this format: Ext_Fire Name_Resource Name_E/C/O#

Resource Example:

• Fire - Crew, T2 - CAYICC - 12 - 231 - Torres Contracting, Inc. - Crew 14 – C-121

• Groups - Module, Suppression - Kaibab Wildland Fire Module – O-342

• Engine Type 3 - Firestorm Wildland Fire Suppression, Inc. - 3FRNW65F06V246487 - E9908- E-172

Example of request file naming convention:

• Ext_River Complex_Torres Crew 14_C-121

• Ext_Monument_Kaibab WFU_O-342

• Ext_Caldor_Firestorm E9908_E-172

How to send to the GACC

• Send to [email protected] to the GACC for signatures.

• Email Subject Line needs to be the same as the file name, for example

(Ext_River Complex_Torres Crew 14_C-121).

We will quality check them and send them on for signatures.

Link to Resource Extension Request form:

https://gacc.nifc.gov/oncc/logistics/docs/2021/Extension_form%202021.pdf

Pack Stringer- Ordering Guide

USFS Region 5 Pack Stock Support for Fire:

Contacts, Ordering, Capabilities, Logistical Considerations

To order a pack string please contact R5 Pack Stock Center of Excellence Directors:

Name

Locaon

Phone

North Zone: Ken Graves

Alternate: Katy Bartzokis

Shasta-Trinity NF

530-524-1167

530-784-3586

kenneth.graves@usda.gov

katherine.bartz[email protected]

South Zone: Michael

Morse Alternate: Lee

Roeser

Inyo NF

760-937-7854

760-914-3650

michael.mors[email protected]

lee.r[email protected]v

*North/south zone is divided by I-80.

• Once availability is determined by PSCOE directors, personnel will be name requested.

• Each packer with their truck, trailer, and mules are ordered as an “O” number as PACK.

• Assistant for each pack string is ordered as a separate “O” number, usually as FFT2/FFT1, and is chosen by the packer.

• There may be a delay of 24-48 hours subject to location of packers and stock.

Pack string capabilities:

Each pack string is capable of moving approximately 750 lbs. per trip, with each animal carrying 100-

180 lbs. (depends on size/bulk of loads, distance, and route conditions) divided into two equal “sides.”

• Standard loads for ONE animal may include one of the following (not multiple):

o 800 ft. of one inch rolled hose with fittings

o 600 ft. of one and one half inch rolled hose with fittings

o 4 full cubies or 40 empty broken down cubies o 6 cases of MREs o 4 standard size red bags

o 2 - 4 five gallon containers of fuel (depending on design of fuel container) o 40 sack lunches

o One Mark 3 pump with pump kit

o Two 45 qt. coolers o Mobile repeater kit

• Pack strings can be reliably scheduled to support backcountry spike camps.

• Loads can be dropped at multiple locations provided the packer is notified prior to constructing loads (i.e. distributing

equipment from a sling site along a fireline).

• Short hauls may be made more than once daily, subject to prior agreement of packers involved.

• Backhaul is standard.

• Pack strings are most efficient when used to support remote backcountry operations that can be accessed by existing

trails.

• Some fire lines are stock passable but need to be checked out by packers prior to use.

• Pack strings can operate in dense smoke and under inversion/inclement weather conditions.

• Depending on the qualifications of personnel involved, some pack strings may be able to accomplish mobile mounted

work, such as opening access routes to the fire.

Description of resources:

R5 Pack String:

o 1 ﬁre packer (PACK)

o 1 assistant (FFT1 or FFT2)

o 5 pack mules with pack equipment

o Saddle animal(s) with riding equipment

o Trucks/trailers as appropriate for transportaon of stock/equipment

o 24 hours feed and water for stock

Multiple strings and additional crew members are often necessary to meet incident objectives.

Information needed prior to string mobilizing:

• Location of fire

• Is fire located in wilderness?

• Proposed camp location for pack stock (spike, local equine facility, ranch, etc.) and facilities available (corrals, water,

etc.)

• Contact person physically located at fire to whom we can address questions (typically in planning/operations)

Logistical considerations for use of pack stock on incidents:

• Pack strings are most efficiently utilized when assigned under operations.

• IMT will need to work promptly with packers and ordering to provide for the care of the stock:

• Secure holding facility for stock (minimum 50’ x 50’ corral for each string) free of hazards such as jagged wood/metal.

Portable corral panels are often the best option.

• Potable water and water troughs

• Weed free grass hay or grass-alfalfa mix hay

• Supplemental feed (sweet feed and/or alfalfa pellets/cubes)

• Each string of mules mobilizes, R&Rs, and demobs with their packer. Depending on the intensity of work, mules may

need occasional days of rest during a 14 day assignment.

• Staging areas for saddling/loading pack string (typically trailheads) should have adequate space for trailers and pack

strings.

• Road conditions to staging areas should be passable with stock trailer.

• Proposed access routes to fire should be passable to stock (trail, fireline).

• Livestock require farrier services on a 6-8 week schedule. It may become necessary to re-shoe stock during an incident.

• Pack strings are most effective when supplies for intended loads are delivered the afternoon prior or early morning on

the day of delivery.

Procedures for ordering vary slightly based on the IAA needs. Prior to placing an IAA mission request, determine which of the

following mission types fit the need (see IAA user Guide to assist in determining mission type https://iaa-nifc.hub.arcgis.com/)

Heat detection/ Lightning Recon

START

YES

Need NIFC AGOL account?

Heat detection/ lightning recon

It has been determined that Heat detection/lightning

recon products are needed.

Is GACC in Lightning Plan?

Predictive Services IAA Collection Manager

will track lightning and submit IAA Mission

requests.

Use NIFC AGOL

Process and submit request.

Notify ACOR or Predictive Services

IAA Collection Manager.

Requests need to be in 1700 day

before.

Create IROC request

ACOR or Predictive Services IAA Collection Manager will

notify requestor if aircraft flying the mission will need a

resource order. Dispatch center will receive notification

of estimated time of mission and how to obtain mission

data.

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Operational Support

(Incident support)

https://iaa-nifc.hub.arcgis.com/

START

Operational Support

Products avail- GIS perimeter (non-NIROPS) Narrated video,

Unnarrated video, Imagery Overlay, Operational support w/

voice coms of aerial observations, Real-time full motion

video (FMV) with or without ground downlink support,

Isolated heat identification, Ground based camera.

Use NIFC AGOL Access to process and submit request.

Notify ACOR or Predictive Services IAA collection Manager.

Requests need to be in 1700 day before.

ACOR or IAA Collection Manager will notify requestor if

aircraft flying the mission will need a resource order.

Dispatch will receive notification of estimated time of

mission and how to obtain mission data.

NIROPS

(Incident Support)

START

NIROPS (National Infrared Operations)

Geospatial information characterization of location

and intensity of fire, near real time delivery of high-

resolution infrared imagery and fire detection data to

interpreters. Interpreters can generate tactical scale

fire mapping products. NIROPS has a separate

process.

(Hyperlink needs update due to being moved to INAP)

Continue to order NIROPS with an A number using the

NIROPS request process, this is separate from the IAA

process.

NIROPS (National Infrared Operations)

Geospatial information characterization of location and intensity of

fire, near real time delivery of high-resolution infrared imagery and

fire detection data to interpreters. Interpreters can generate tactical

scale fire mapping products.

NIROPS HAS BEEN MOVED TO FAMAuth PORTAL AND YOU WILL

NEED AN ACCOUNT TO ACCESS.

https://fs apps.nwcg.gov/nirops/

Continue to order NIROPS with an A number in IROC along with a

request in the NIROPS Portal, this is separate from the IAA process.

Mnemonic

IROC catalog code Mnemonics can be found at the following link.

IROC Catalog Updates:

https://wildfireweb-prod-media-bucket.s3.us-gov-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/2023-

03/IROCCatalogUpdates2022-Final.pdf