Monongahela National Forest - Tree Cages for Planted Seedlings
SOL #: 12444826P0008Award Notice
Overview
Buyer
Agriculture
Forest Service
USDA-FS, CSA EAST 9
Atlanta, GA, 303092449, United States
Place of Performance
Petersburg, WV
NAICS
Support Activities for Forestry (115310)
PSC
Other Natural Resources And Conservation Services (F099)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
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 has awarded a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for Tree Cages for Planted Seedlings in the Monongahela National Forest, WV, valued at $89,505.00. This award is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The contract involves the construction and installation of welded wire tree cages to protect saplings from deer browsing and ensure proper regeneration of preferred trees. Key deliverables include:
- Constructing and installing 5-foot tall, 14-gauge welded wire cages with 2x4 inch mesh, using 6-foot wire pieces to form 2-foot diameter cages.
- Securing each cage with two 3/8-inch diameter, 5-foot long fiberglass stakes.
- Placing cages vertically with the seedling centered.
- Exercising care to prevent damage to trees and removing all trash.
- Repairing or replacing any damaged erosion control devices.
- Maintaining access roads and repairing any resulting damage.
- Removing all stored materials, tools, and equipment upon completion, leaving the staging area clean.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Value: $89,505.00
- Period of Performance: April 24, 2026 to October 27, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Award Date: April 24, 2026
- Place of Performance: Monongahela National Forest, near Bartow, WV.
Payment & Administration
Invoices must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Treasury Departments Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Payment will be based on the number of cages constructed and installed.
People
Points of Contact
Patrick JonesPRIMARY
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Award Notice
Posted: Apr 24, 2026