What does Forest Service do?

The Forest Service focuses on the sustainable management of national forest lands through a combination of ecological preservation and infrastructure maintenance. Their core mission emphasizes land management integrated resources, specifically targeting botanical surveys, erosion control, and revegetation efforts to maintain biodiversity. Strategic priorities include the restoration of forest ecosystems and the maintenance of critical access infrastructure, such as road reconstruction, grading, and drainage system stabilization to ensure environmental compliance and public safety. Procurement patterns center on specialized forestry support activities and environmental consulting services. The agency frequently utilizes Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) to streamline the acquisition of recurring services, such as botanical surveys and heavy equipment rentals. Their procurement portfolio is heavily weighted toward field services, including surveying, mapping, and technical scientific consulting, alongside the acquisition of specialized machinery and biobased industrial fluids. The agency primarily targets NAICS codes related to forestry support, environmental consulting, and highway and bridge construction. There is a strong preference for Small Business Administration (SBA) set-asides, indicating a strategic goal to engage small businesses for regional land management projects. They also utilize 8(a) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-asides to diversify their vendor base. Operating as a component of the Department of Agriculture, the Forest Service manages a broad geographic scope across various national forests and ranger districts. Their organizational structure relies on regional BPAs and subcontracts to execute localized environmental and construction projects.

How do I find contracts from Forest Service?

You can find contracts from Forest Service on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

How much does Forest Service spend on contracts?

In the last 12 months, Forest Service has obligated $201,187,705 across 32,981 contract awards to 153 contractors. The agency currently has 343 active contract opportunities.

What contracts does Forest Service award?

Forest Service has awarded 32,981 contracts in the last 12 months, totaling $201,187,705 in obligations across 153 contractors. Top procurement categories include Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses), Support Activities for Forestry, Janitorial Services. Browse all contracts .

How do I do business with Forest Service?

To do business with Forest Service, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

What is Forest Service's annual contract spend?

Forest Service has obligated $201,187,705 in contract awards over the last 12 months. This includes 32,981 contract actions to 153 unique contractors. The agency currently has 343 active contract opportunities.

What NAICS codes does Forest Service use?

Forest Service primarily uses the following NAICS codes: 531120 (Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)), 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry), 561720 (Janitorial Services), 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction). These represent the most common industry classifications for contracts awarded by this agency in the last 12 months.

Who are the top contractors for Forest Service?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Forest Service in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does Forest Service use?

Forest Service uses 10 different set-aside programs, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), Total Small Business Set-Aside, Total HUBZone Set-Aside, and HUBZone Set Aside. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

What are the sub-agencies of Forest Service?

Forest Service has 308 sub-agencies that award contracts independently. Each sub-agency has its own procurement activity, NAICS codes, and contractor relationships. View the full list on the agency overview.

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Forest Service

Federal Government Agency

The Forest Service focuses on the sustainable management of national forest lands through a combination of ecological preservation and infrastructure maintenance. Their core mission emphasizes land management integrated resources, specifically targeting botanical surveys, erosion control, and revegetation efforts to maintain biodiversity.

Forest Service is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Forest Service has obligated $201,187,705, issued 32,981 awards, and worked with 153 contractors. It currently has 343 open contract opportunities.

343

Active Contracts

$201.2M

Total Obligations (12mo)

Top

Leadership and vacancies

Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Forest Service and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.

Source: OPM Plum Book · Last confirmed 11/09/2026

Leadership posts

Filled

Vacant

38% of posts

Acting officials

Showing the 50 most senior of 72 posts

Posts of Forest Service

		Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
Forest Service	--	Vacant	Sep 2025	CA	ES	--	BOISE, ID
Forest Service	--	Vacant	Sep 2025	CA	ES	--	BOISE, ID
Forest Service	--	Vacant	Sep 2025	CA	ES	--	BOISE, ID
Forest Service	--	Vacant	Jan 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Forest Service	--	Vacant	Jan 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Forest Service	--	Vacant	Jan 2026	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Forest Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Forest Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Forest Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC
Forest Service	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	Washington, DC