What does Kisatchie National Forest do?

The Kisatchie National Forest, operating under the U.S. Forest Service within the Department of Agriculture, is tasked with sustaining the health, diversity, and productivity of federal forest lands through active management, infrastructure maintenance, and ecological stewardship. Its core mission centers on preserving forest ecosystems while ensuring public access and safety, with strategic priorities focused on road and trail infrastructure resilience, vegetation management, and facility operational readiness. Key programs include forest road repair and construction, invasive species control, and ranger district support services—all designed to maintain access for recreation, fire response, and resource conservation. Procurement patterns reveal a strong emphasis on civil infrastructure and site-specific support services. The agency routinely contracts for highway, street, and bridge construction to maintain access roads across remote forest terrain, alongside janitorial services for ranger offices and work centers. Vegetation management and equipment leasing are also recurring needs, reflecting a reliance on contracted labor and specialized machinery to execute field operations without permanent in-house capacity. Contract structures are typically combined or presolicitation notices, often leveraging blanket purchase agreements for recurring needs like equipment rental. The agency prioritizes small business participation, with SBA set-asides dominating its procurement strategy across nearly all contract types. Primary NAICS targets include Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction; Support Activities for Forestry; and Janitorial Services—indicating a preference for contractors experienced in rural infrastructure, ecological operations, and facility maintenance. Vendor relationships are built around local and regional firms capable of mobilizing quickly in dispersed, often rugged environments. As a unit of the Forest Service, Kisatchie National Forest operates across Louisiana’s forested regions with no centralized administrative location. It utilizes standard federal procurement vehicles including IDIQs, BPAs, and simplified acquisitions, relying on contractor partnerships to deliver mission-critical services across its vast, low-density landscape.

How do I find contracts from Kisatchie National Forest?

You can find contracts from Kisatchie National Forest 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.

What contracts does Kisatchie National Forest award?

Kisatchie National Forest awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Kisatchie National Forest?

To do business with Kisatchie National Forest, 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.

Who are the top contractors for Kisatchie National Forest?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Kisatchie National Forest 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 Kisatchie National Forest use?

Kisatchie National Forest uses 2 different set-aside programs, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and Women-Owned Small Business. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

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Kisatchie National Forest

Part of Department Of Agriculture

Forest Service within the Department of Agriculture, is tasked with sustaining the health, diversity, and productivity of federal forest lands through active management, infrastructure maintenance, and ecological stewardship. Its core mission centers on preserving forest ecosystems while ensuring public access and safety, with strategic priorities focused on road and trail infrastructure resilience, vegetation management, and facility operational readiness.

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
Multiple Awards Pineville LA USA	$10.0M	1
Caplis Forestry-Chestnut Ridge Forestry-Andrew Ryznar-American West Forestry Pineville LA USA	$1.0M	1

Kisatchie National Forest

Part of Department Of Agriculture

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PREMO BRAND FIREBALL SPHERES

Shipping and Handling Services for Fireball Spheres

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Premo Fireball

Calcasieu NFSR 283 Repair (Road Maintenance & Construction) near Boyce, LA

Calcasieu NFSR 283 Repair (Road Maintenance & Construction) near Boyce, LA

Golf Cart

Vegetation Management Services, Kisatchie National Forest

Canceled solicitation of Purchase of Utility Vehicles, Golf Cart, and All-Terrain Vehicle

Janitorial Services located at the Calcasieu Ranger District Office and the Evangeline Work Center.

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Recent Kisatchie National Forest Contracts

PREMO BRAND FIREBALL SPHERES

Shipping and Handling Services for Fireball Spheres

Supply of Premo Brand Fireball Spheres

Premo Fireball

Calcasieu NFSR 283 Repair (Road Maintenance & Construction) near Boyce, LA

Calcasieu NFSR 283 Repair (Road Maintenance & Construction) near Boyce, LA

Golf Cart

Vegetation Management Services, Kisatchie National Forest

Canceled solicitation of Purchase of Utility Vehicles, Golf Cart, and All-Terrain Vehicle

Janitorial Services located at the Calcasieu Ranger District Office and the Evangeline Work Center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kisatchie National Forest do?

What contracts does Kisatchie National Forest award?

How do I do business with Kisatchie National Forest?

Who are the top contractors for Kisatchie National Forest?

What set-aside programs does Kisatchie National Forest use?