HAZARD TREES REMOVAL. OKANOGAN-WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST

Project ID: 1240BD26Q0005 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	USFS Region 6: Pacific Northwest Region
Deadline	01/26/26
Posted	01/15/26
Estimated Value	$2,000 - $8,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	Small Business
NAICS	115310 - Support Activities for Forestry
PSC	F014 - Natural Resources/Conservation- Tree Thinning
Location	Leavenworth, WA 98826 United States

Description

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Posted: Jan. 15, 2026, 1:56 p.m. EST This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1240BD26Q0005 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the removal of two hazard trees that have fallen into Forest Service Property (a Building). The removal will involve removing parts of the trees that are resting against Forest Service buildings and disposing those parts outside Forest Service compound in a lawful manner. The remaining parts of the trees on the private property side of the fence will not be the contractors responsible for disposing. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 115310. The small business size standard is $11.5 Million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. No Pre Bid Meeting will be held. Project Bidders are advised to visit the project site prior to bidding to be familiar with the projects road system and the access to site. Technical Point of contact is Zach Fowler at 509-883-8488 or email Zacharie.Fowler@usda.gov The following documents are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accessed via the Attachments/Links section of the posting. There are two attachments: one is the Solicitation 1240BD26Q0005 which includes Form SF-1449, Schedule of Items, applicable clauses, Statement of Work, Maps, Wage Determination, and evaluation criteria. The second attachment is pictures of the trees. Vendors are advised that the home owners where the trees fell from have not being contacted by the Forest Service and are unaware of the Forest Service intentions to have a contractor remove the fallen trees. Please ask permision before entering their property.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The U.S. Forest Service is seeking a contractor to remove two hazard trees that have fallen onto a mechanic shop building at the Wenatchee River Ranger District in Leavenworth, Washington, due to a severe windstorm on December 10, 2025. The trees pose an immediate safety hazard to personnel and facilities, necessitating specialized equipment and personnel for safe removal. This contract aims to mitigate the hazard and prevent further damage to government property. Work Details The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, and incidentals necessary for the removal of the fallen trees and associated debris. The work includes: 1. Conducting a site assessment and job hazard analysis prior to beginning work. 2. Mobilizing a suitable crane capable of safely lifting large tree sections. 3. Performing sectional removal of the fallen tree to eliminate load on the building and prevent further damage. 4. Executing controlled lifting and rigging operations to safely remove the tree from the roof without causing additional structural harm. 5. Removing all portions of the tree resting on or over U.S. Forest Service property, including limbs, trunk sections, and debris. 6. Lawfully disposing of all tree debris generated from the work off U.S. Forest Service property. 7. Cleaning up the work area by removing sawdust and small debris resulting from operations. Period of Performance The contract period of performance is from January 30, 2026, to February 27, 2026. Place of Performance The work will be performed at the U.S. Forest Service mechanic shop located at 600 Sherbourne Street, Leavenworth, Washington 98826.

Current: Posted: Jan. 20, 2026, 3:32 p.m. EST ADDRESS ALL QUESTIONS TO JORGE SOMOZA AT jorge.somoza@usda.gov 509-423-2224 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1240BD26Q0005 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the removal of two hazard trees that have fallen into Forest Service Property (a Building). The removal will involve removing parts of the trees that are resting against Forest Service buildings and disposing those parts outside Forest Service compound in a lawful manner. The remaining parts of the trees on the private property side of the fence will not be the contractors responsible for disposing. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 115310. The small business size standard is $11.5 Million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. No Pre Bid Meeting will be held. Project Bidders are advised to visit the project site prior to bidding to be familiar with the projects road system and the access to site. Technical Point of contact is Zach Fowler at 509-883-8488 or email Zacharie.Fowler@usda.gov The following documents are included as attachments to this solicitation and can be accessed via the Attachments/Links section of the posting. There are two attachments: one is the Solicitation 1240BD26Q0005 which includes Form SF-1449, Schedule of Items, applicable clauses, Statement of Work, Maps, Wage Determination, and evaluation criteria. The second attachment is pictures of the trees. Vendors are advised that the home owners where the trees fell from have not being contacted by the Forest Service and are unaware of the Forest Service intentions to have a contractor remove the fallen trees. Please ask permision before entering their property.

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