Camas Prairie Fence

The Camas Prairie Fence project, solicitation 1240BH25Q0032, is a total small business set-aside contract issued by the USDA Forest Service for the Mount Hood National Forest in Wasco County, Oregon. The project involves the redesign and replacement of approximately three miles of fencing to exclude cattle and protect sensitive biological resources, specifically an endangered frog species. The scope of work includes land line boundary clearing, removal of old fencing, and the construction of new four-strand barbed wire fencing, gates, and let-down fences. All work must be completed by June 1, 2026, to precede the livestock grazing season. The contract is awarded based on a best-value trade-off methodology, evaluating previous experience with wildlife fences in remote areas, technical approach, commitment to local hiring, and price. Contractors must adhere to strict technical standards, including the Wildlife Friendly Fence Guide and Interagency Fence Specifications, and must comply with Forest Service fire protection and suppression requirements. Performance is subject to government inspection and acceptance at the project site. Required contractor submittals include material specifications, a fire plan, and a safety plan, while insurance requirements include general liability and automobile liability coverage of at least 2 million dollars.