In-Stream and Log Hauling Services - Mining Reach Phase II

SOL #: 1240BF25Q0057Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Agriculture

Forest Service

PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE

PORTLAND, OR, 97204, United States

Place of Performance

Carson, WA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

Other Range/Forest Improvements Services (Non Construction) (F018)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9e3f0c7e61204629af9e224d90c8b424/view

Timeline

Posted

Dec 17, 2025

Last Updated

Jan 20, 2026

Submission Deadline

Jan 19, 2026, 9:00 PM

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 Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is soliciting proposals for In-Stream and Log Hauling Services for the Mining Reach Phase II project in the Wind River Watershed, Carson, Washington. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involves stream restoration to improve salmon habitat. Proposals are due January 26, 2026, at noon PST.

Scope of Work

The primary objective is to improve salmon habitat for ESA-listed lower Columbia Steelhead by adding large wood to the Wind River. This includes:

Mobilization of cleaned vehicles and heavy equipment.
Transportation of trees via skidder and placement with excavators.
Felling large diameter trees (22" to 43" DBH) on-site with cable yarders, leaving root wads attached.
Construction of log jams following engineered designs and COR recommendations.
Excavation of trenches into stream banks and gravel bars for log placement.
Rehabilitation of landings, skid roads, and compacted sites (decompaction, mulching, seeding).
Placement of gravel and boulders.
Work area must be defished and dewatered, with isolation of structures from flowing water.
IN-STREAM work, defined as all activities below the ordinary high-water mark, is restricted to August 1st to September 30th.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Proposal) for a Requirements contract with Firm Fixed Price and Time and Material CLINs.
Duration: Base period from February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2031, with options to extend services (up to 6 months) and term (up to 60 months).
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
NAICS Code: 115310 – Support Activities for Forestry ($11.5 million size standard).
Proposal Due: January 26, 2026, at noon PST.
Published: January 20, 2026.

Key Requirements & Clarifications

Equipment: All heavy equipment must be furnished with an operator. Projects typically require two medium-sized excavators, including one with a bucket. Line Item #0003 has been revised to include an additional excavator. Excavators may assist in felling trees and freeing root wads.
Materials: Decks of logs and root wads are available on-site, with additional materials brought in. Trees to be pulled over can be located adjacent to the installation site.
Environmental: All work within the floodplain requires fish-safe hydraulic fluid. Equipment must be cleaned to prevent invasive species.
Wage Determination: A U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination for Oregon and Washington applies, establishing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits.
Incentives: No incentives will be offered for trees gathered due to funding constraints, as confirmed by the latest revisions.

Evaluation

Award will be based on Technical Capability and Price, with Technical Capability (experience, past performance, Quality Control Plan) being significantly more important than price. The Government intends to award without discussions.