WFS - 2026 HORSE BUTTE DRILL SEEDING

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for seed application services for the Upper Snake Field Office (USFO), Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, supplies, and incidentals necessary to complete the seed application as per the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS) and maps.

• Seed application services for approximately 3,684 acres.

• Work must be performed in accordance with the attached PWS and maps.

• Contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, supplies, and incidentals.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set Aside.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 115112 (Soil preparation, Planting, and Cultivating).

• The small business size standard is $9.5 million.

• The Government anticipates award of a single firm fixed price contract.

• Period of Performance: October 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026.

• This is a Request for Quote (RFQ).

• Quotes are to be submitted electronically via email to Galby Celestin at galby_celestin@ios.doi.gov.

• Quotes shall be submitted in two parts: Technical, Past Performance, and Applicant Qualifications; and Price (SF1449 and Bid Schedule).

• Quotes will be evaluated based on a best value, trade-off process, considering Technical Capability, Prior Experience and Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are considered more important than price.

• Offerors must address technical capability, provide a work plan and schedule, describe quality control and safety processes, and list available equipment.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on at least 3 recent and relevant experiences within the past 5 years.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Offer Due Date: June 19, 2026, at 1700 Eastern Daylight Time.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set Aside.

• Offers are solicited only from small business concerns. Offers received from concerns that are not small business concerns will be considered nonresponsive and will be rejected.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DOI clauses by reference, including those related to System for Award Management, Service Contract Reporting, Small Business Program Representations, Contract Terms and Conditions, and Inspection/Acceptance.

• Electronic invoicing and payment will be processed through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

• Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) will be used for past performance evaluations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains maps related to the "Horse Butte Seeding Vicinity Map" and "Horse Butte Seeding Unit Map" for the 2026 Drill Seeding opportunity. These maps visually delineate the areas designated for drill seeding.

• Vicinity Map: Shows the general geographic location of the Horse Butte seeding area in relation to surrounding districts (Twin Falls, Idaho Falls) and geographical features. It also indicates the total acreage (3,684 ac.) and surface management agency (Bureau of Land Management - BLM).
• Unit Map: Provides a more detailed view of the specific seeding units within the Horse Butte area, highlighting the 3,684 acres designated for 2026 drill seeding. It distinguishes between BLM-managed land and state land within the project area.

These maps are crucial for potential bidders to understand the precise geographic scope and location of the seeding project. They provide visual context for the work to be performed, aiding in the assessment of logistical requirements, site accessibility, and the overall scale of the operation.

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

To successfully establish native perennial grasses into designated areas through drill seeding of herbaceous seed on 3,684 acres of rangeland within the Big Desert of the Upper Snake River Plain.

• Drill seeding of herbaceous seed to a depth of ¼ to ½ inches at a bulk rate of 11 lbs./acre.

• Uniform application across the entire project area.

• Contractor to provide all labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, supplies, and incidentals.

• Contractor must ensure equipment is power washed and free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris.

• Avoidance of excessively rocky or steep terrain and clearly identified avoidance areas.

• Uniform coverage of the application area with an acceptable quality level of 95%.

• GPS tracks of seeding operations to be recorded and submitted.

• Weekly progress reports and daily loading records to be maintained and submitted.

• Government will conduct tests for uniformity and rate of application.

• Period of Performance: On or after October 1, 2026, for 61 calendar days. Estimated start date: October 1, 2026. Estimated end date: November 30, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Southern end of the Big Desert, approximately 21 miles northwest of Aberdeen, Idaho, Power County, on BLM or State of Idaho managed land.

• Contractor must provide tractors with adequate drawbar horsepower, traction, and weight, and implements for rangeland drill seeding.

• Rollover protection structures are required on equipment.

• Contractor must provide motor vehicles for hauling equipment and personnel.

• Key Personnel: A Contractor Representative fluent in English must be on-site at all times.

• Safety: Equipment must meet OSHA standards. Contractor is responsible for employee and public safety.

• Fire Prevention: Compliance with applicable Idaho State Fire Prevention Laws, Restrictions, Rules, Regulations, and Standards. Equipment must have a serviceable fire extinguisher and shovel. Spark arresters required on engines.

• Fuel Storage: Compliance with State and Federal Regulations for storage of flammable and combustible materials.

• Government will provide all seed. Contractor is responsible for loading, hauling, protection, and storage of seed.

• Contractor must have a smart device capable of accepting and displaying Avenza map files.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination issued under the Service Contract Act, specifically Revision 28 of Wage Determination No. 2015-5507, dated May 13, 2026. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work in the Idaho counties of Bonneville, Butte, and Jefferson.

• Geographic Area: Idaho Counties of Bonneville, Butte, and Jefferson.
• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupations, each with a corresponding occupational code, title, and minimum hourly wage rate. These range from administrative and clerical roles to automotive, health, information technology, maintenance, and protective service occupations.
• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations are entitled to specific fringe benefits, detailed at the end of the document. These include Health & Welfare benefits ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week/$962.00 per month) and specific provisions related to Executive Order 13706 ($5.09 per hour or $203.60 per week/$882.27 per month).
• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining their applicability and requirements.
• Conformance Process: Information is provided on the process for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed in this determination.

This wage determination is crucial for any contractor or subcontractor bidding on federal service contracts within the specified geographic area. It outlines the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals to ensure compliance with federal labor laws.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule for the "2026 Horse Butte Drill Seeding" opportunity. It outlines the estimated quantities, units of measure, and provides fields for unit price and total cost.

• Item Description: Horse Butte Rangeland Drill Seeding

• Estimated Quantity: 3,684 acres

• Unit of Measure: ac. (acre)

• Period of Performance: 61 Calendar Days (including holidays and weekends)

• Estimated Start Date: October 1, 2026

• Seed Mix: Consists of eight native grasses and forbs, including Bluebunch Wheatgrass, Snake River Wheatgrass, Squirreltail Bottlebrush, Sandberg Bluegrass, Great Basin Wildrye, Flax, Tapertip Hawksbeard, and Penstemon.

• Seeding Rate: 11 bulk lbs./acre.

• Bidders are to provide the Unit Price and Total for the specified item.

• The document notes that the period of performance may coincide with early winter conditions, potentially limiting road access due to mud, wetness, or snow.

• Work will not be permitted if conditions could damage soils or vegetation.

• Contractors must be ready to start work within three days of notification by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of the seeding project, the specific seed mix required, the estimated acreage, and the performance timeline. It provides the basis for calculating their bid price and understanding operational constraints.