FY26 West Dolores Rim Mastication

Project ID: 140L3726Q0076 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	BLM Idaho Region
Deadline	06/26/26
Posted	06/11/26
Estimated Value	<$250,000 (solicitation indicates Simplified Acquisition Procedures, which in most cases, applies to contracts expected to be less than $250K in value)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	115310 - Support Activities for Forestry
PSC	F014 - Natural Resources/Conservation- Tree Thinning
Location	Egnar, CO USA

Description

Primary Latest Change

The West Dolores Rim Mastication Project will treat approximately 132 acres of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands near Egnar, Colorado, within the Tres Rios Field Office. The project involves mechanically masticating pinyon and juniper vegetation to reduce hazardous fuels, improve wildlife habitat, and open overly dense canopy conditions. Work includes the selective removal of 50 percent of live pinyon and juniper trees balanced proportionally between species and the removal of 50 percent of shrubs over 36 inches in height. Mastication will convert targeted vegetation into mulch to reduce fuel continuity, enhance ecosystem resilience, and support long term habitat objectives.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing the West Dolores Rim Mastication Project to treat approximately 132 acres of BLM lands near Egnar, Colorado. The project aims to mechanically masticate pinyon and juniper vegetation to reduce hazardous fuels, improve wildlife habitat, and manage overly dense canopy conditions. This contract is a total small-business set-aside and will be evaluated based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Work Details The contractor shall perform mechanical mastication services in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW) for approximately 132 acres along the West Dolores Rim. Key tasks include: - Selective removal of 50% of live pinyon and juniper trees, balanced proportionally between species. - Removal of 50% of shrubs over 36 inches in height. - Conversion of targeted vegetation into mulch to reduce fuel continuity and enhance ecosystem resilience. - Compliance with environmental considerations, safety protocols, and fire stipulations as outlined in the SOW. Period of Performance The contract period is from August 15, 2026, to November 30, 2026. Place of Performance The work will be performed on BLM lands near Egnar, Colorado. Bidder Requirements Bidders must meet the following requirements: - Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA). - Must complete the Price Proposal Schedule for all pricing. - Relevant experience in mechanical mastication services is preferred.

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