JOHNSON CREEK CONIFER ENCROACHMENT
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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), Procurement Operations (PROPS), has issued a Special Notice regarding its intent to utilize the Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to support requirements for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Butte Field Office. This notice announces a forthcoming competitive BPA Call Order for the Johnson Creek Conifer Encroachment Project, involving hand-operated conifer removal across approximately 550 acres near Wise River, Montana.
Scope of Work
The requirement consists of hand-operated conifer removal across approximately 550 acres located about 2 miles northwest of Wise River, Montana. All work must be performed using contractor-furnished labor, hand tools, supervision, transportation, and necessary supplies, in accordance with the Johnson Creek Conifer Encroachment 2026 specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Competitive BPA Call Order under the existing LMIR BPA
- Underlying BPA: Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) BPA (national, multiple award vehicle)
- Period of Performance: June 15, 2026, to September 30, 2026
- Delivery Date: September 30, 2026
- Published: May 20, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
- This procurement is restricted to LMIR BPA awardees. Only contractors already holding an active LMIR BPA are eligible to receive and respond to the forthcoming Call Order.
- Currently, 88 businesses are eligible under this BPA.
- The Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued directly via email to all LMIR BPA holders.
- This is not a solicitation; no quotes or proposals are requested in response to this notice.
- The Government will not provide feedback, debriefings, or evaluations regarding responses to this notice.
Additional Notes
The LMIR BPA is an open, continuous BPA, allowing new interested contractors to submit proposals for BPA inclusion throughout its life. Information regarding the LMIR BPA can be found by searching "Contracts" at SAM.gov under Solicitation Number 12363N23Q4023.
Contact: Fredy Velasquez, fredy_velasquez@ios.doi.gov, (830) 491-2934.