Cattle Egret Habitat Removal
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Air Force, 82d Contracting Squadron at Sheppard AFB, TX, is seeking proposals for Cattle Egret Habitat Removal services. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves tree removal on three private, off-base properties in Wichita Falls, TX, to support the Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) Program. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) award. Proposals are due by March 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all personnel, equipment, tools, and supervision to execute tree removal on approximately one acre across three distinct off-base properties. The primary objective is to mitigate bird strike hazards to aviation safety at Sheppard Air Force Base. Key tasks include:
- Removing unmarked vegetation using cut-stump herbicide treatments (Garlon 4 Ultra Herbicide).
- Mulching woody debris on-site or arranging for legal off-site disposal.
- Removing and replacing approximately 200 feet of engulfed livestock fencing.
- Ensuring all tree felling is completed by April 1, 2026.
- Compliance with State and Federal laws, including the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the "Empty Nest Policy."
- A mandatory site visit is required for technical acceptability.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100% for Small Business Concerns)
- NAICS Code: 561730 (Landscaping/Groundskeeping Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $9.5M
- Period of Performance: 30 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Place of Performance: Three off-base locations in Wichita Falls, TX.
- Funding: Funds are not presently available; award is contingent upon fund availability. The Government reserves the right to cancel.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email to the Primary and Alternate contacts.
- Evaluation Criteria: Best value to the Government, considering Technical Capability, Price, and Past Performance.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 90 days.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: March 10, 2026, by 10:00 AM CT
- Site Visit RSVP Due: March 05, 2026
- Mandatory Site Visit: March 06, 2026, at 1300 CT
- Proposal Deadline: March 20, 2026, by 10:00 AM CT
Contacts
- Primary: Cole Jones, Contract Specialist, cole.jones.6@us.af.mil, (940) 676-2803
- Secondary: Joshua Mills, Contracting Officer, joshua.mills.20@us.af.mil, (940) 676-2805