Slip-on Tanker Units

The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is providing funding for local governments to acquire slip-on tanker units to establish fleets of vehicles that can be quickly converted to be operated as fire engines. The objective of this opportunity is to provide funding for these units that meet the required minimum specifications. Eligible applicants are U.S. local governments that provide fire protection and other emergency services, have a population of 25,000 or less, and are in need of slip-on tankers to improve wildland firefighting readiness. The application process involves submitting a Statement of Interest, followed by an Application Package if invited. The award amount will range from $10,000 to $200,000, and the project duration will be between 6 months and 18 months. • The funding opportunity is open to U.S. local governments that meet the eligibility requirements. • The application process involves two phases: submission of a Statement of Interest, followed by an Application Package if invited. • The award amount will range from $10,000 to $200,000. • The project duration will be between 6 months and 18 months. • The funding is intended to support the acquisition of slip-on tanker units to improve wildland firefighting readiness.