CLEARWATER FOREST ANALYTICS, LLC

CLEARWATER FOREST ANALYTICS, LLC specializes in field data collection, inventory analysis, and scientific research support for federal forest management programs. The company delivers precise, field-verified forest inventory data using standardized protocols such as FIA (Forest Inventory and Analysis) plot sampling, including P1, P2, and P2+ plot types, along with soil sampling and QA/QC verification. Their technical expertise spans geospatial data acquisition, remote sensing integration, and field instrumentation for ecological monitoring across diverse forest ecosystems, with demonstrated proficiency in wilderness and non-wilderness plot operations. A key differentiator is their focused execution of complex, large-scale forest assessment campaigns under tight seasonal windows, ensuring data integrity for national forest health assessments and land management decision-making. The contractor maintains a consistent, long-standing relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, primarily supporting the Forest Service through mission-critical forestry support activities. Their work directly enables national forest monitoring, resource planning, and ecological research initiatives, often targeting specific regions such as the Northern Rockies, Pacific Northwest, and Upper Midwest. This recurring engagement reflects deep familiarity with USDA’s operational workflows, data standards, and field logistics requirements. CLEARWATER FOREST ANALYTICS operates primarily under NAICS 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry) and 541715 (Research and Development in Physical and Life Sciences), positioning them at the intersection of field ecology and applied environmental science. They serve as a specialized contractor for federal agencies requiring scientifically rigorous, on-the-ground forest data collection and analysis, distinguishing themselves through precision in plot-based sampling and adherence to USDA-FS protocols. As a small business structured as a 2L entity based in Rapid City, South Dakota, the company leverages its regional presence to support field operations across the Western and Northern U.S. While currently without formal government certifications, their operational footprint and consistent performance on USDA contracts establish a strong reputation for reliability in federal forestry support markets.