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) has issued a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Wild Horse and Burro (WHB) Off-Range Corral (ORC) support services across six distinct regions in the Eastern United States. This notice serves as advance information for an upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide facility maintenance and comprehensive animal care services.
Scope of Work
Contractors will be responsible for providing and maintaining an Off-Range Corral facility capable of housing 120 to 400 Wild Horses and Burros annually. Key requirements include:
- Provision of land, feed, minerals, and water.
- Maintenance of fenced facilities, including quarantine and holding pens.
- Daily care, feeding, sorting, segregation, and loading of animals.
- Provision of hoof trimming and professional veterinarian services.
- Ensuring staff complete mandatory BLM Comprehensive Animal Welfare Program (CAWP) training annually.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ).
- Duration: Five-year period of performance (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2031).
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: February 19, 2026.
- Anticipated Closing Date: April 20, 2026.
The requirement is divided into six regions covering states from the Midwest to the East Coast and the Southeast. The Government anticipates awarding one or more contracts per region.
Evaluation
Selection will be based on a Best Value Source Selection process. Evaluation factors include:
- Technical Capability
- Past Performance
- Small Business Participation/Subcontracting Plan
- Price
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation; no proposals are requested at this time. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for the formal RFP release under NAICS code 115210.