Umatilla National Forest - North Zone Spring Tree Planting
Overview
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Set Aside
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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. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is soliciting quotes for coniferous tree planting services within the Umatilla National Forest, North Zone. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires hand tool (hoedad) planting of Government-furnished Western Larch and Ponderosa Pine seedlings across 283 acres. Quotes are due by March 4, 2026, 2:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide services for planting 160-plug coniferous tree seedlings, specifically Western Larch (LAOC) and Ponderosa Pine (PIPO), on 283 acres. Planting will utilize the hand tool (hoedad) method across an elevational gradient of approximately 1,000ft – 1,500ft. The contractor is responsible for furnishing all necessary supplies and materials, with the exception of the Government-furnished seedlings. The unit price will be per acre.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Estimated to begin May 11, 2026, and conclude by May 22, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Umatilla National Forest (Blue Mountains), with units located in Asotin County, WA, and Umatilla/Union Counties, OR. The primary city listed is Walla Walla, WA.
- NAICS Code: 115310 (Forestry and Logging), with a size standard of $11.5 million.
Eligibility & Submission
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Required Certifications: Offerors must submit copies of their US Dept. of Labor MSPA Certificate of Registration, Oregon BOLI license, and Temporary Employment Certificate (if applicable) for themselves and any subcontractors. A valid State of Oregon Farm/Forest Labor Contractor's License or exemption is also required.
- Submission Deadline: March 4, 2026, 2:00 PM PST.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to andrea.pollock@usda.gov.
- Questions Due: Three days prior to the quote due date.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made on a best value basis, considering the following factors:
- Past Performance
- Experience
- Work Plan and Crew Management
- Price
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. Numerous attachments provide detailed information, including unit specifics, maps, Statement of Work (SOW), technical exhibits, and wage determinations for Oregon and Washington.