Briggs Valley Region 6 Prescribed Burning
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Forest Service, Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, is soliciting proposals for Briggs Valley Region 6 Prescribed Burning services. This opportunity involves 125 acres of prescribed burning and mop-up, along with 30 days of Prescribed Fire Modules. An amendment (0001) has been issued, providing Q&A and significant updates to the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Proposals are due by February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation, identified as 1240BF26Q0013, requires contractors to perform prescribed fire and mop-up services in Cave Junction, OR.
- Line Item 1: Involves 125 acres of jackpot/swamper burning, specified as Level II with an expected work rate of 21-40 tons per acre. Work will be ordered by the government and may be broken into smaller daily increments. The burn plan for Line Item 1 will be provided by the Government.
- Line Items 2 & 3: Specify durations of 20 and 10 days respectively, interpreted as modules to be ordered at a daily rate. Personnel for these line items may assist with Line Item 1 or perform other tasks like mop-up and patrol. Overlapping of line items is permitted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: Extended to December 31, 2028, to allow flexibility for burn windows and weather conditions. Notice to proceed for line items will be established at the beginning of the award.
- Place of Performance: Cave Junction, OR 97523, United States
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, 12:30 PM Z
- Published: February 18, 2026
Key Amendments & Requirements
Amendment 0001 introduces several critical changes:
- License Requirements: The "Department of Labor issued Farm/Forest Labor License" has been replaced with a "Department of Labor issued Farm Labor Contractor Certificate of Registration." Additionally, a State of Oregon Farm/Forest Labor License is required for non-agricultural work. Both licenses must be obtained by the solicitation due date.
- PWS Additions: New Section 5.6 (Prescribed Fire and Mop-Up – Swamper/Jackpot Burn) details the process, levels of difficulty, and typical season. Sections 5.6.1 (Performance Standards), 5.6.2 (Performance Threshold), 5.6.3 (Method of Surveillance), and 5.6.4 (Incentives & Remedies) have also been added, outlining requirements for prescribed fire plans, monitoring, and consequences for deviations.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Lorenzo Montoya at lorenzo.montoya@usda.gov or 503-658-9537.