F--WHB Eastern States ORC Pre-solicitation Notice
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 Bureau of Land Management (BLM) intends to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Wild Horse and Burro (WHB) Off-Range Corral (ORC) support services across six distinct regions in the Eastern United States. This pre-solicitation notice provides advance information for a five-year requirement to house and care for wild horses and burros.
Scope of Work
Contractors must provide and maintain a fenced facility with quarantine and holding pens capable of supporting 120 to 400 animals annually. Key responsibilities include:
- Daily care, feeding, and supply of minerals and water.
- Infrastructure maintenance and facility security.
- Sorting, segregation, and loading of animals for transport.
- Provision of hoof trimming and professional veterinary services.
- Completion of mandatory annual Comprehensive Animal Welfare Program (CAWP) training.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ).
- Duration: Five years (Anticipated July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2031).
- Set-Aside: None (Unrestricted).
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: February 19, 2026.
- Anticipated Response Due: April 20, 2026.
Evaluation
Awards will be made using Best Value Source Selection. Evaluation factors include technical capability, past performance, small business participation/subcontracting plans, and price. The government anticipates awarding one or more contracts per region.
Regional Coverage
- Region 1: KY, TN, WV, VA, NC
- Region 2: IA, MO, IL, IN, OH
- Region 3: AR, LA, MS
- Region 4: MN, WI, MI
- Region 5: ME, NH, VT, MA, CT, RI, NY, PA, DE, NJ, MD
- Region 6: FL, GA, AL, SC