Forest Inventory Analysis (FIA) BPA CALL 54 Iowa and Missouri
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
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 USDA Forest Service (FS) is issuing a Special Notice regarding its intent to award a competitive BPA Call Order 54 for Forest Inventory Analysis (FIA) field plot collection in Iowa and Missouri. This call is restricted to pre-qualified contractors on the existing FIA Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).
Scope of Work
This BPA Call Order covers FIA field plot collection work in Iowa and Missouri for the 2027-2028 field seasons. The work will involve all plot types, utilizing manual version 9.5, with a potential updated Field Guide for the option year. Specific plot types include: P2, P2+, P2+ Soils, P2/Urban P2+/Urban, P2+Soils/Urban, and P1 QAQC verification plots. The requirement is for two years, consisting of a base year and an option year.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award BPA Call Order)
- Contract Vehicle: BPA Call Order against an existing Forest Inventory Analysis (FIA) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).
- Duration: Two years (base year + one option year) covering 2027-2028 field seasons.
- Set-Aside/Restriction: This procurement is restricted to companies already approved and listed on the Northern Research Station, FIA Data collection Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).
- Notice Response Date: June 29, 2026 (for general inquiries, not proposals).
- Published Date: June 11, 2026.
Important Notes
This notice is not a solicitation and does not constitute a request for proposals or submission of information. The BPA Call Order will be issued directly via email to eligible companies listed on the existing FIA BPA. The government will not provide feedback on submissions in response to this notice.
Point of Contact
For inquiries, contact Gayle Geiger at gayle.geiger@usda.gov or 470-705-0968.