R--2026 Society of American Foresters For OTS
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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 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Office of Trust Services (OTS) intends to award a sole source, Firm-Fixed Price contract to the Society of American Foresters (SAF). This contract is for specialized outreach services to forestry students and professionals, supporting recruitment and retention efforts for the BIA's Division of Forestry. The BIA believes SAF is uniquely qualified for this requirement, which includes activities at the SAF 2025 National Convention and the "Forests of the First Stewards" initiative. Capability statements from interested firms are due by February 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement focuses on providing outreach to forestry students and professionals to enhance recruitment and retention within the BIA's Division of Forestry. Key activities include:
- Specialized outreach services at the SAF 2025 National Convention.
- Support for the "Forests of the First Stewards" initiative, promoting Tribal forest stewardship, sustainable resource management, and Indigenous visibility.
- Amplifying the Menominee Nation's legacy in forestry.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)
- NAICS Code: 541690 (Other Administrative Support Services)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Estimated Value: $75,000.00
- Period of Performance: February 23, 2026, to February 22, 2027
- Response Due: February 25, 2026, by 5:00 PM ET
- Published: February 24, 2026
Submission & Justification
This is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation is available. The BIA's justification for a sole source award to SAF is based on their unique qualifications and the belief that competitive procedures would result in unacceptable delays for this highly specialized service. Firms that believe the BIA should not pursue this sole source procurement must submit a capability statement and pricing information. No technical questions will be answered regarding this notice.
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: Nancy Shah
- Email: Nancy.Shah@bia.gov
- Phone: 703-390-6728