2026 TFD FUELS SHRUB GROW AND PLANT

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, specifically for the growing and planting of approximately 355,000 seedlings (sagebrush and bitterbrush). The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Twin Falls district, Idaho, requires these services for the Jarbidge, Shoshone, and Burley field offices.

• Growing and planting of ~355,000 seedlings (sagebrush and bitterbrush).

• Detailed work plan, schedule, coordination, and communication with the Government are required.

• Specific criteria for Growing Operations (Timeline, Quality Control, Growing Facilities, Production Capabilities, Logistics) and Planting Operations (Plan, Timeline, Planting Equipment, Crew Size, Supervision) must be addressed.

• A comprehensive safety plan addressing remoteness, medical transportation, communication, and on-site medical equipment is required.

• Submission of resumes for key personnel and crew members, detailing relevant experience.

• A reference list of at least two and no more than five recent and relevant projects.

• Contract type: Firm, fixed-price quotes are requested.

• Period of Performance: April 15, 2026, to October 17, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code 115310 has a size standard of $34M.

• Quotes are due by April 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to charles_dodson@ios.doi.gov.

• Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Prior Relevant Experience, Past Performance, and Price.

• The Government will award to the responsible offeror whose proposal is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

• Quotes shall be "all or none."

• This solicitation is set-aside for small business under NAICS code 115310.

• The size standard is $34M.

• This document incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Regulations 2026-01.

• Applicable FAR clauses are incorporated by reference.

• Attachments include: Wage Determination, Statement of Work, Work Location Map(s), and Bid Schedule.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This contract requires the contractor to furnish labor, equipment, material, and supplies to grow and hand-plant a specified number of Wyoming Big Sagebrush and Antelope Bitterbrush seedlings for the Jarbidge, Shoshone, and Burley Field Offices of the Twin Falls District BLM.

• Growing Operations: Grow 335,000 Wyoming Big Sagebrush and 20,000 Antelope Bitterbrush seedlings from government-furnished seed. Seedlings must meet specific height, root system, and container size standards. Monthly progress updates with pictures are required. Hardening off in conditions similar to south-central Idaho is necessary.

• Packaging and Handling: Seedlings are to be packaged in bundles of 10-25 in standardized boxes, labeled with botanical and common names. Soil must be slightly damp. Damaged seedlings are not to be packaged.

• Planting Operations: Hand-plant seedlings in designated project locations (Hot Springs 2, South Wedge 3, Dog Creek Unit 4, Lower Red Rock Flat). Planting holes must be prepared correctly, and seedlings planted at specified spacing (8-15 feet) and depth. Avoidance areas (rock outcrops, rodent activity, travel paths, etc.) must be respected. Planting is contingent on favorable weather and soil conditions.

• Transportation and Delivery: Seedlings are to be delivered between October 1, 2026, and October 17, 2026. Transported seedlings must be protected from damage, sunlight, frost, and drying. No overnight storage at project sites.

• Seedlings must meet specific size and health criteria.

• Planting quality must be at least 90% acceptable; below 80% may result in liquidated damages or contract termination.

• Monthly progress updates for growing operations.

• Daily crew manifests required.

• Growing Period: Estimated April 15, 2026, to September 30, 2026.

• Planting Period: Estimated October 1, 2026, through October 24, 2026, with flexibility for adverse weather.

• Locations: Jarbidge, Shoshone, and Burley Field Offices (specific project sites detailed within the document).

• Government will furnish seed.

• Contractor must provide a qualified workforce, including a non-planting supervisor for each crew.

• All operations must comply with OSHA and State Safety Standards. A satellite phone or SPOT device is required for emergencies.

• Vehicles must be 4x4 capable and washed before entering project units.

• Contractor is responsible for site clean-up of all packaging and transportation materials.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Bid Schedule detailing the supplies and services required for the "2026 TFD Fuels Shrub Grow & Plant" opportunity. It outlines the specific items to be grown and planted, along with estimated quantities.

• Line Item 0001: Grow Wyoming Big Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata spp. wyomingensis) - Estimated Quantity: 335,000 Each
• Line Item 0002: Grow Antelope Bitterbrush (Purshia tridentata) - Estimated Quantity: 20,000 Each
• Line Item 0003: Hand Planting Plug root – Wyoming Big Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata spp. wyomingensis) - Estimated Quantity: 335,000 Each
• Line Item 0004: Hand Planting Plug root – Antelope Bitterbrush (Purshia tridentata) - Estimated Quantity: 20,000 Each
• The solicitation is for "All or None" on the total items.

This schedule is critical for bidders to understand the specific quantities of shrubs to be grown and planted. It forms the basis for pricing proposals and assessing the scope of work required for this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5515, Revision No. 27) for the Service Contract Act. It lists the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in specific geographic areas. This document is crucial for contractors to understand the labor costs associated with performing services under a government contract in the specified region.

• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and the required hourly wage rate.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing, though specific details are not itemized within this excerpt.
• Geographic Area: Specifies the state (Idaho) and the counties covered by this wage determination (Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Lincoln, Minidoka).
• Executive Orders: Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations and minimum wage requirements for covered contracts.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details the paid vacation and holiday entitlements for employees working under contracts covered by this determination.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not explicitly listed in the determination.

Bidders must use this document to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with the specified minimum wage rates and fringe benefits can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. It helps ensure fair wages are paid to employees performing contract work and provides a baseline for labor cost estimations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains maps illustrating proposed shrub planting areas for various Bureau of Land Management (BLM) projects. These maps are intended to visually define the locations and boundaries of these planting efforts.

• Dog Creek Unit 4 Shrub Planting: A map showing the specific area designated for shrub planting within Unit 4.
• Hot Springs 2 Shrub Planting Vicinity: A broader map showing the vicinity of the Hot Springs 2 planting area, including surrounding land ownership and features.
• Hot Springs 2 Seedlings: A detailed map of the Hot Springs 2 planting area, showing land ownership and topography.
• Lower Red Rock Flat Shrub Planting Vicinity: A map showing the vicinity of the Lower Red Rock Flat planting area, including surrounding land ownership and features.
• Lower Red Rock Flat Shrub Planting: A detailed map of the Lower Red Rock Flat planting area, showing land ownership and topography.
• South Wedge Shrub Planting (Fall 2026): A map showing the specific area designated for shrub planting in the South Wedge area.

These maps are crucial for bidders to understand the geographical scope and specific locations of the proposed shrub planting projects. They provide essential spatial information for planning, site assessment, and understanding the operational context of potential contracts related to these planting efforts.