F--JUAB COUNTY WEED TREATMENTS
Overview
Buyer
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NAICS
PSC
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Original Source
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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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Utah State Office, has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole source acquisition for noxious weed inventory and herbicide treatments in Juab County, Utah. This contract, valued at an estimated $200,000 over up to five years, is being awarded to the Juab County Weed Department due to their unique qualifications and congressional authorization.
Scope of Work
This sole source contract covers:
- Performing weed inventory on BLM-managed public lands.
- Conducting herbicide treatments on approximately 300+ acres of BLM-managed public lands in Juab County.
- Specific requirements are detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source Justification and Approval
- Product Service Code: F006 (Land Treatment Practices Services)
- Period of Performance: Up to five years (including option years)
- Estimated Dollar Value: $200,000 total contract amount
- Published Date: May 14, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The BLM is contracting with the Juab County Weed Department due to their unique local knowledge, technical skills, required licenses, and existing rapport with other agencies and private landowners. Their proximity and ability to coordinate treatments across multi-jurisdictional boundaries are also key factors. This sole source action is specifically authorized by Congress through statutes including the Carson-Foley Act, the Federal Noxious Weed Act, the Good Neighbor Authority, and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act. Market research was conducted, confirming that obtaining competition is not practicable given these directives and the county's unique position.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a justification for a sole source acquisition, not a solicitation for proposals. Therefore, submission and evaluation criteria for bidders are not applicable.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jessilyn Sanborn at jsanborn@blm.gov or 303-236-0204.