87--Native Seeds for HILL AFB UT-UTAH
Overview
Buyer
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), under the Department of Interior, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to procure approximately 36,000 pounds of native seed mix for rangeland habitat restoration at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotations are due by February 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM PS.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of native seed mix for restoration projects on the Utah Test & Training Range in Box Elder County, Utah, covering approximately 1,800 acres. Key requirements include:
- Approximately 36,000 lbs of native seed mix, delivered in 50 lb bags.
- Seeds must originate within an approximate 3-hour drive from Hill AFB, UT.
- Specific seed mixes are required, including Greenstrip Mix (40-50 viable seeds/sq ft), Drill Mix (20-30 viable seeds/sq ft for forbs, 5-10 for shrubs, 20-30 for grasses), and Broadcast Mix (20-30 viable seeds/sq ft for sagebrush, <10 for kochia, ~10 for sand dropseed). The seed mix should be appropriate for a cold desert location.
- Vendors must provide a statement confirming understanding of the native seed standard defined in the Statement of Work and the location of seed origins.
- The terrain is rocky with some burned vegetation, but no steep slopes. Only seed is required; no equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation - RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 113210 (Forestry and Logging), Size Standard: $20.5 Million
- Period of Performance: March 9, 2026, to April 15, 2026.
- Delivery & Billing Deadline: April 15, 2026 (due to expiring funds).
- Quotations Due: February 26, 2026, 10:00 AM PS.
- Published: February 25, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Electronic quotations must be submitted via email to Robert_sung@fws.gov with "140F0S25Q0016 - UTAH SEED" in the subject line. Submissions should be in two parts: non-price and price. Evaluation will prioritize Technical Capability (including past performance), which is significantly more important than cost or price. Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering all factors. Tradeoffs are not permitted; proposals are evaluated for acceptability but not ranked using non-cost/price factors.
Contact Information
For questions, contact Robert Sung at robert_sung@fws.gov or 503-872-2825. Questions must be submitted in writing by 3 days prior to closing, 10 AM PT.