Wild Horse RX R6 Burn Support
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 Department of Agriculture, Forest Service has issued a Solicitation for Wild Horse RX R6 Burn Support, specifically for Wild Horse Prescribed Burning via various Prescribe Fire Modules and related work. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. An Amendment (0001) was issued on February 11, 2026, clarifying key operational procedures and submission requirements. Proposals are due by February 18, 2026, at 00:30 UTC.
Scope of Work
This project involves providing support for Wild Horse Prescribed Burning operations. The scope includes various Prescribe Fire Modules and other optional items related to prescribed burning. The government will provide all BURN Bosses, as overhead is defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Contractors are required to quote on all line items, including optional ones, to be considered for award.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: F018 (Other Range/Forest Improvements Services (Non Construction))
- Place of Performance: Cave Junction, OR 97523, United States
- Response Due: February 18, 2026, 00:30 UTC
- Published Date: February 11, 2026 (Amendment 0001)
Key Clarifications from Amendment 0001
The amendment addresses questions and clarifies operational procedures:
- Submission Requirements: Contractors must quote on all line items, including optional ones, for award consideration.
- Burn Day Notifications: The government will monitor burn windows and provide a reporting location and time within 16 hours of an order. Contractors are not expected to monitor burn conditions. If a burn window is postponed, 6 hours' notice will be given. The COR will contact vendors days before the burn window to notify intent, followed by a GO/NO GO notification the day before.
- Period of Performance (PWS Section 1.5): The PoP for each task order will be identified in that order's schedule and may depend on burn windows. The government will provide expected burn windows.
- Burn Window Notification (PWS Section 1.5.1): The COR will notify the contractor at least 6 hours before a changed, cancelled, or postponed burn window. Contractors must provide services under the new window if notified in time.
Contact Information
- Primary: Lorenzo Montoya (lorenzo.montoya@usda.gov, 503-658-9537)
- Secondary: Raymond Padgett III (raymond.padgett@usda.gov)