AMENDMENT 1 - Purchase/Delivery of Fertilizer Mix & Sulphur, CSO, Mendocino NF

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 1 to Solicitation 127EAY26Q0063 for the Chico Seed Orchard Fertilizer and Sulphur Purchase. It serves as a combined synopsis/solicitation and is the only solicitation that will be issued.

• The document details specific fertilizer and sulphur requirements for the Chico Seed Orchard (CSO) and Foresthill Seed Orchard (FSO), including four blended fertilizer mixes and elemental/popcorn sulphur for CSO, and one blended fertilizer mix for FSO.

• It specifies the quantities, rates, and acreage for each mix.

• Delivery is required by mid-May 2026, with a final delivery date no later than June 30, 2026.

• The solicitation is set-aside for small business concerns.

• Evaluation criteria include Price, Technical Approach, and Past Performance, with award to the best value offeror.

• Quotes are due by May 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time.

• Potential bidders must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Offers must include a Price Quote, Technical Proposal, and SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due by May 1, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 1, Attachment 2, to the "Chico Seed Orchard Fertilizer and Sulphur Purchase" opportunity. It provides the detailed Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of fertilizers and sulphur.

• Scope of Contract: Details the purpose of the contract to secure supplies for fertilizer and sulphur for the Chico Seed Orchard (CSO) and Foresthill Seed Orchard (FSO).
• Location and Description: Specifies the work area at CSO in Chico, CA, and provides directions. It also details the quantities and types of blended fertilizers and sulphur required for both CSO (84 acres) and FSO (45 acres).
  • CSO Blended Mixes: Four separate mixes are detailed for 84 acres, with specific ingredients and weights per acre.
  • CSO Sulphur: 84 acres of elemental or popcorn sulphur (pelletized) are required at a rate of 750lb/A, totaling 63,000lbs (31.5 tons), to be delivered in bulk, not bagged.
  • FSO Blended Mix: One mix is detailed for 45 acres, with specific ingredients and weights per acre.
• Delivery Timeline: Fertilizer is needed in mid-May of 2026 and must be delivered no later than June 30, 2026.
• Government Furnished Property: None.
• Contractor Furnished Property: Contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Technical Specifications: Outlines the requirement for the Contractor to coordinate delivery activities with the designated COR and/or contract inspector.

This amendment provides the detailed SOW, which bidders will need to use to formulate their proposals. No changes to proposal deadlines or submission rules are mentioned in this amendment itself, but it provides the core requirements for the purchase.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 1, Attachment 3, to the Chico Seed Orchard Fertilizer and Sulphur Purchase. It provides the "Schedule of Items" for the project.

• Schedule of Items

This attachment details the specific items, estimated quantities, units of issue, and fields for unit cost and total amount for the "CSO Fertilizer and Sulphur Purchase" project. Bidders will use this schedule to provide their pricing.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for commercial items. It seeks to procure supplies for the purchase and delivery of a blended mix of fertilizers and 90-100% Elemental Sulphur or Popcorn Sulphur. The supplies are intended for the Chico Seed Orchard (CSO) and the Foresthill Seed Orchard (FSO) to improve the overall health and optimal condition of the trees.

• Fertilizer: A blended mix is required for 84 acres at CSO and 45 acres at FSO. Specific mixes and quantities are detailed, including:

  • CSO Blended Mix #1 (26 acres, 9620 lbs)
  • CSO Blended Mix #2 (9 acres, 2610 lbs)
  • CSO Blended Mix #3 (11 acres, 2750 lbs)
  • CSO Blended Mix #4 (38 acres, 14060 lbs)
  • FSO Blended Mix #6 (45 acres, 5400 lbs)

• Sulphur: 90-100% Elemental or Popcorn Sulphur is needed for 84 acres at CSO to improve soil pH.

  • CSO Orchards #5 (63,000 lbs / 31.5 tons)

• Delivery: Fertilizer is needed by mid-May 2026 and must be delivered no later than June 30, 2026.

• Contract Type: Anticipated firm-fixed price award.

• Set-Aside: This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 325314

• Small Business Size Standard: 550 employees.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes are due by May 8, 2026, 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time.

• Submission Method: Email to margaret.forrest@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on the following criteria:

  • Price: Must be fair and reasonable. Failure to price all line items may result in exclusion.
  • Technical Approach: Must demonstrate capability to meet requirements and understanding of the SOW.
  • Past Performance: Will be evaluated using an acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable rating.

• Evaluation Method: Lowest price technically acceptable criteria will be used.

• This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• The document incorporates FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions by reference.

• Technical data and supporting documentation are available via "Attachments/Links" including Terms and Conditions, Statement of Work, and Schedule of Items.

• Questions regarding the solicitation should be emailed to margaret.forrest@usda.gov by May 1, 2026.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To secure supplies, for purchase and delivery, of a blended mix of fertilizers and Elemental or Popcorn Sulphur for the Chico Seed Orchard (CSO) and Foresthill Seed Orchard (FSO).

• Fertilizer for CSO: A blended mix for 84 acres, divided into four separate mixes.

• Fertilizer for FSO: A blended mix for 45 acres, in one mix.

• Sulphur for CSO: 84 acres of elemental or popcorn (pelletized) Sulphur (bulk, not bagged) to remedy soil pH.

• Spreader Rental: For applying fertilizers at the CSO location only.

• Specific fertilizer mixes and application rates per acre are detailed for both CSO and FSO.

• Sulphur application rate is 750 lb/A for 84 acres at CSO.

• Location: Chico Seed Orchard (CSO) on the Mendocino National Forest in Chico, CA, and Foresthill Seed Orchard (FSO).

• Delivery: Fertilizer needed in mid-May of 2026, delivered no later than June 30, 2026.

• Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supplies.

• Contractor will coordinate delivery activities with the designated COR and/or contract inspector.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Schedule of Items" for the "Chico Seed Orchard Fertilizer and Sulphur Purchase" (127EAY26Q0063). It details the specific items to be procured, their estimated quantities, and units of issue, serving as a basis for pricing and order fulfillment.

• CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers): 0001 through 0006.
• Descriptions: Includes various "CSO Blended Mixes" and "FSO Elemental or Popcorn Sulphur" with specified acreage.
• Estimated Quantity: Quantities are provided for each CLIN, measured in Pounds (LBS).
• Unit Cost & Total: Fields are present for bidders to enter unit costs and calculate total amounts for each CLIN and a "TOTAL AMOUNT" for the entire purchase.
• Technical Specifications: Mentions coordination with COR/Contract Inspectors and that these inspectors will provide information on potential work areas and exclusions.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the specific products and quantities required for the "CSO Fertilizer and Sulphur Purchase." Bidders must use this schedule to prepare their pricing proposals, entering their "Unit Cost" and calculating the "Total" for each item and the overall "TOTAL AMOUNT." The technical specifications section also highlights the importance of coordination with government representatives for delivery and site information.