Malheur NF Tree Planting
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 USDA Forest Service is soliciting proposals for Tree Planting Services on the Malheur National Forest in John Day, OR. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires contractors to furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, and supplies for planting Government-furnished coniferous tree seedlings in reforestation units. The work aims to reforest approximately 5,000 acres, with an option for an additional 319 acres, primarily between April 1, 2026, and June 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for transporting and hoedad planting Government-furnished coniferous tree seedlings (bareroot and container stock) in the Blue Mountain Ranger District and Emigrant Creek Ranger District. Key tasks include:
- Furnishing all necessary resources except seedlings.
- Adhering to strict planting quality standards (90% minimum) and seedling handling specifications.
- Complying with fire protection and suppression requirements, including developing a fire plan and adhering to Industrial Fire Precaution Levels (IFPLs).
- Implementing specific site preparation techniques like scalping and micrositing.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Requirements Contract (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation - RFP).
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026 (estimated).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Place of Performance: Malheur National Forest, Blue Mountain Ranger District and Emigrant Creek Ranger District, John Day, OR.
Submission & Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Past Performance, Experience, Technical Approach (key personnel, crews, equipment, production rates), and Price. Award will be made to the offeror providing the most advantageous quote. Submissions must include separate attachments for Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: Friday, March 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM PT.
- Answers Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM PT on SAM.gov.
- Offers Due: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 10:00 PM PT.
Important Notes
Offerors are encouraged to conduct their own research regarding site conditions. Wage Determination (WD No. 1977-0079) for Forestry and Logging Services in Oregon applies, detailing minimum hourly wage rates and benefits.