Aerial Seeding Operations via Fixed-Wing Aircraft or Helicopter

This contract involves conducting aerial seeding operations over 1,452 acres in Malheur County, Oregon, utilizing FAA-certified fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters equipped with appropriate dispersal systems. The primary objective is to support post-fire ecological restoration efforts. The work will be performed as a subcontract under the National Interagency Fire Center, part of the Department of the Interior, with the contract designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside in accordance with FAR 19.5. Responses to the solicitation are due by June 9, 2026. The contract falls under the NAICS code 115310, which pertains to support services for forestry and ecological management. The use of certified aerial equipment ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards, emphasizing the importance of expert operation in challenging post-fire landscapes. This initiative represents a key environmental recovery effort aimed at rehabilitating fire-damaged areas through efficient and specialized aerial seeding techniques.