FY26 SILVER CITY ASPEN CUT AND SCATTER
Overview
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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), Idaho State Office, is seeking proposals for FY26 Silver City Aspen Hand Cut and Scatter services. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity aims to restore upland aspen communities by removing encroaching conifer species across approximately 193 acres. The contract will be a Firm Fixed-Price type. Proposals are due June 8, 2026, by 11:00 AM MDT.
Scope of Work
The primary objective is vegetation removal through hand felling and scattering methods. This involves targeted thinning of conifer species (Juniper, Douglas-fir, Sub Alpine Fir) within designated project boundaries in the Silver City Aspen area. Key requirements include:
- Area: Approximately 193 acres.
- Slash Treatment: Cut and scattered to lie flat, not exceeding 4 feet in height.
- Stump Height: Not to exceed 8 inches measured on the uphill side.
- Exclusions: Douglas-fir greater than 18 inches DBH, old-growth Juniper, and marked trees for wildlife, cultural, or visual resources must be retained.
- Deliverables: Treated acres to specification, debris-free work areas, daily/weekly progress updates, and final confirmation of acreage and boundaries.
- Location: The project is located near Silver City, Idaho, with specific coordinates and unit boundaries provided in attachments.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm, fixed-price.
- Period of Performance: 45 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, estimated between August 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026 (subject to change based on fire danger).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 115310 (Forestry and Logging Services) with a size standard of $11.5 million annual receipts.
- Wage Determination: U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-5503, Revision No. 27, applies, establishing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for work in specific Idaho counties.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission: Offerors must submit a completed Standard Form 1449, a completed Bid Schedule, and a detailed work plan demonstrating technical capability.
- Submission Deadline: June 8, 2026, by 11:00 AM MDT.
- Submission Method: Email to tparsons@blm.gov.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability and Prior Relevant Experience/Past Performance are significantly more important than Price. Price is also a factor.
- Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for June 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM MDT. The meeting location is the large parking area at the top of New York Summit.
- Questions Due Date: June 5, 2026.
- Notes: Offerors must be registered and active in SAM. This solicitation is "All or None."
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Thomas Parsons at tparsons@blm.gov or 208-373-3911.