The National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) sits on a portion of a 73.3‑acre federal parcel established in 1969 near the Boise Airport. Its secure 55‑acre campus supports U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) operational and administrative functions, including aircraft operations, tanker retardant activities, equipment refurbishment, training, contracting, and the National Incident Coordination Center.
USWFS shares the NIFC campus with partner federal agencies and state liaisons, including the Department of Defense, the U.S. Fire Administration, the National Association of State Foresters, the National Weather Service, and the USDA Forest Service. The Bureau of Land Management owns the facilities at NIFC, which are operated by USWFS staff in accordance with Department of the Interior and BLM sustainability guidelines. USWFS aims to manage the campus responsibly, providing a healthy, energy‑efficient environment and demonstrating strong stewardship of public resources.
View the NIFC Campus Map.
What We Do
Routine Services
The facilities department manages all operations, maintenance, and improvements on the NIFC campus, such as:
- 24-hour staffed entry point security
- Grounds maintenance and operations
- Snow removal and deicing
- Lawn, shrub, and xeriscape care
- Roads and pedestrian hardscape
- Campus utility distribution systems
Building maintenance and operations, including preventative work and improvements to:
- HVAC systems
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Life safety systems (fire protection, generators, reporting equipment)
- Access systems (card readers)
- Conveyance systems (elevators, lifts)
- Fixed furnishings
- Roofing
- Building exterior and interior
- Cleaning (5 days/week)
Administration of installation/replacement of:
- Modular furniture systems
- Recycling services
- Energy management
- Solid waste disposal/recycling
- Surplus property disposal
NIFC Master Plan
The NIFC campus maintains a facility Master Plan to improve mission effectiveness and space efficiency. See the NIFC Campus Master Plan Executive Summary for more information.
Security
NIFC is a controlled-access federal campus with 24/7 guard staffing on its secure 55 acres, co-located with Gowen Field and the Boise Airport. Security measures include surveillance cameras, an intrusion detection system, and a physical access control system. Entry requires valid government-issued photo ID compliant with the REAL ID Act.
Architecture and Engineering
The USWFS facilities office provides architectural and engineering services on the NIFC campus while coordinating closely with the BLM state and district offices.
Environmental
USWFS facilities staff follow state and federal environmental regulations and best management practices as part of the stewardship of the public's resources. NIFC also coordinates closely with the Boise Airport on storm water management.
In coordination with the BLM Boise District Four Rivers Field Office, NIFC maintains a storm water pollution prevention plan and a spill prevention control and countermeasures plan for the campus.
NIFC Space Management Program
The NIFC Space Management Program analyzes and supports space allocation for all campus programs. USWFS manages the occupants’ space use, ensuring compliance with BLM and DOI standards while aiming to meet agency operational needs efficiently. Campus occupants can request changes to their space, though their program will be responsible for the cost. A space request approval form is required for any changes to occupants’ space. Examples of changes include:
- Requesting a new workspace or change in physical location
- Reconfiguring existing office/cubicle space
- Purchasing office/cubicle furniture
- Facility renovations (infrastructure changes)
- Space configuration drawings
How to Submit a Space Request
- Download the NIFC Space Request Form
- Email it to blm_FA_WorkRequest@fire.doi.gov
You will be contacted after review and approval by email and/or phone.
For additional questions, email the Space Program Manager.
Sustainability
USWFS facilities staff prioritize responsible stewardship of resources, aligning operations with sustainability best practices to reduce costs and conserve energy. Strengthening sustainability across NIFC facilities directly supports the USWFS mission, resulting in long-term savings and a healthier, more productive workplace.
