Remington Sagebrush Planting

Project ID: 140L3626Q0035 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	BLM National Office
Deadline	07/20/26
Posted	06/08/26
Estimated Value	$35,000 - $90,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	115112 - Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating
PSC	F010 - Natural Resources/Conservation- Seedling Production/Transplanting
Location	MT USA

Description

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Remington Sagebrush Planting

The Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Montana State Office, is soliciting quotes to improve habitat conditions for greater sage grouse and big game by planting sagebrush in areas burned by the 2024 Remington wildfire. This contract would be seeking labor/crews to plant 14,000 sagebrush seedlings in groups over 415 acres at two planting sites. The contractor will provide all necessary labor, tools, and equipment, adhering to specified design plan and spacing. Planting window is late September through early November. The project s location is within Powder River County and Big Horn County, Montana.

TYPE OF CONTRACT

Service, Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award Contract

NAICS CODE

115112, Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating

RESTRICTIONS ON CONTACTS

All correspondence shall be through the Contracting Officer listed below:

Bureau of Land Management

Attn: Jorge Alvarez Phone: (854) 500-1840 Email: jorge_alvarez@ios.doi.gov

QUESTIONS DUE

13 July 2026 at 10:00 am, Mountain Time. Questions submitted after this date and time will be accepted but may not be answered. All questions must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Jorge Alvarez.

QUOTE RESPONSE DATE

20 July 2026 at 1:00 pm, Mountain Time. All quotes must be submitted via email to Jorge Alvarez.

METHOD OF PROCUREMENT

This procurement is set-aside for Small Business Concerns and is a service acquisition, pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12 and Part 37. SAM: Effective November 12, 2024, any contractor interested in doing business with the Federal Government must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) when submitting an offer or quotation and at time of award.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Montana State Office is soliciting quotes to improve habitat conditions for greater sage grouse and big game by planting sagebrush in areas burned by the 2024 Remington wildfire. The project aims to restore ecosystems that have been significantly affected by the wildfire, which scorched over 190,000 acres, destroying stands of Wyoming big sagebrush and other vegetation critical for local wildlife. The BLM's mission includes managing public lands for multiple uses while ensuring the health of the environment. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for transporting and planting approximately 14,000 containerized Wyoming big sagebrush seedlings across two planting sites covering 415 acres. The work will involve manual planting methods adhering to a specified design plan and spacing requirements. The planting window is set from late September through early November 2026. The seedlings are expected to be planted in groups or islands to enhance survival rates and promote natural regeneration. All necessary labor, tools, and equipment must be provided by the contractor. Period of Performance The contract will be performed from September 30, 2026, to November 15, 2026. Place of Performance The contract work will take place in Powder River County and Big Horn County, Montana. Bidder Requirements Bidders must demonstrate prior experience with similar projects involving sagebrush planting to be considered eligible for award.

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