Modoc NF Veterinary Services - Sole Source Award
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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 United States Forest Service has awarded a sole source contract for Veterinary Services to Modoc Veterinary Center for the Double Devil Wild Horse and Burro Corrals in Alturas, CA. The award, valued at $165,000.00, covers 12 months of on-call services for animals brought in from Federal lands. This decision was based on a justification for restricting competition, identifying Modoc Veterinary Center as the only qualified small business capable of meeting critical emergency response times in the remote area.
Scope of Work
The contract provides essential veterinary services for wild horses and burros, including:
- Emergency examinations and treatment.
- Euthanasia services when necessary.
- On-call availability with a critical one-hour response time for emergencies.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Award (Purchase Order 127EAY26P0027)
- Awardee: Modoc Veterinary Center
- Value: $165,000.00
- Duration: 12 months
- NAICS: 541940 (Veterinary/Animal Care Services)
- Place of Performance: Double Devil Wild Horse and Burro Corrals, Alturas, CA 96101
- Award Date: Published March 25, 2026
Justification & Eligibility
The sole source award was justified due to Modoc Veterinary Center being the only small business under NAICS 541940 within the 96101-area code capable of providing the required services, particularly the one-hour emergency response. They have been providing these services since 2020, demonstrating established capability and reliability in this remote location. The justification highlights the unique qualifications and critical availability of the awardee.
Additional Information
This notice serves as an announcement of the sole source award and the justification for restricting competition. No further solicitation is anticipated for this requirement.