Notice of Intent to Award a BPA Call Order
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 (USFS) has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a BPA Call Order for Forestwide Tree Planting at Superior National Forest, Minnesota. This specific call order, 12445026Q0008, will be awarded against the existing Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), 12363N23Q4023. This is not a solicitation for proposals; rather, it is a notification of intent to award to an eligible company under the LMIR BPA. Questions regarding this notice are due by March 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The LMIR BPA is a National BPA covering a wide range of services including Professional Services, Natural Resources Restoration, Engineering, Project Management, NEPA, and Communications. This particular call order focuses on Forestwide Tree Planting services within the Superior National Forest in Minnesota.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award a BPA Call Order (Special Notice)
- BPA: Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR) BPA (12363N23Q4023)
- Specific Call Order: 12445026Q0008 – Forestwide Tree Planting
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Published Date: March 16, 2026
- Questions Due: March 20, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT
- Response Date (for notice): March 31, 2026
Eligibility & Action
This procurement is restricted to companies already approved for call orders under the LMIR BPA for USFS. It does not constitute a request for proposals. Firms interested in joining the LMIR BPA can submit a proposal at any time while the BPA is active by contacting the LMIR BPA Team at SM.FS.lmirbpa@usda.gov.
Additional Notes
Original documents for the LMIR BPA can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/business/lmir/?tab=business/lmir/ under "Attachments/Links." All questions should be directed to Heather Harkley at heather.harkley@usda.gov.