USDA Forest Service Superior Ranger District Planting and Netting

Project ID: 1284LM26Q0011 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	USFS Region 4: Intermountain Region
Deadline	02/10/26
Posted	01/26/26
Estimated Value	$50,000 - $200,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	Small Business
NAICS	115310 - Support Activities for Forestry
PSC	F005 - Natural Resources/Conservation- Forest Tree Planting
Location	Superior, MT 59872 United States

Description

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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 1284LM26Q0011 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Flexible Tree Netting Maintenance within the Second Creek Timber Sale, starting in fall 2026, and Planting Services within the Green Breen Timber Sale, to occur in Spring 2027. 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 $11.5M This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency. See Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions for applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria. Please send any questions regarding this solicitation to joanne.meiers@usda.gov no later than 2/2/26, COB.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The USDA Forest Service is issuing this solicitation for tree planting and flexible netting maintenance on lands administered by the Lolo National Forest, Superior Ranger District. The goal of this contract is to ensure proper tree handling, planting, and netting installation to support forest regeneration efforts following timber sales. The work is set to commence in fall 2026 and spring 2027, focusing on the Second Creek Timber Sale and Green Breen Timber Sale areas. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, supplies (excluding government-furnished items), and incidentals necessary to complete the following tasks: 1. Tree Planting: This includes handling bareroot and container-grown trees, ensuring proper care during transport and planting operations. Trees must be planted according to specified depth and spacing requirements to promote survival and growth. 2. Flexible Netting Maintenance: Installation of flexible netting around young seedlings to protect them from browsing by big game. This includes adjusting netting height as needed and ensuring it does not damage the trees. 3. Access Management: Clearing access roads as necessary for equipment transport, managing locked gates, and adhering to safety protocols in areas with potential hazards such as snags or burned trees. 4. Quality Control: Implementing a quality control plan that includes plot inspections to ensure compliance with planting standards and reporting any issues with tree health or planting quality. Period of Performance The contract period will span from September 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Place of Performance The work will be performed in the Lolo National Forest, specifically within the Superior Ranger District.

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