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AG-0276-S-10-0007Federal

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This contract involves providing Common Stand Exam data collection services across five project areas located on the North Fork and Lochsa Ranger Districts. The work covers approximately 4,000 acres and includes gathering data from around 1,100 plots. The project is scheduled to begin between May 15 and June 1, 2010, with timelines contingent on weather conditions. Special attention will be given to the Lochsa Thin Stand Exam project, which requires completion of full data processing by July 31, 2010. The overall contract period extends through October 29, 2010. The solicitation, identified as AG-0276-S-10-0007, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 115310 and is administered by the Mount Hood National Forest office of the Department of Agriculture. The contracting office is located in Sandy, Oregon, and the primary point of contact is Donna Kinzer, Procurement/G&A Technician. The contract reflects a specialized forestry data collection effort aimed at supporting forest management activities in these districts.

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Provide Common Stand Exam data collection for 1,100 plots across 4,000 acres by October 2010.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Mount Hood National Forest

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

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Set-Aside

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PostedFeb 26

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Mount Hood National Forest

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSANDY, OR, 97055, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Mount Hood National Forest

Office AddressSANDY, OR, 97055, USA

Contacts

Donna KinzerProcurement/G&A Technician

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

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Work will include 5 Project Areas on the North Fork and Lochsa Ranger Districts. Contract to provide anticipated Common Stand Exams data colletion services from the date of award through 29 October 2010. Estimated Quantities 1. Approximately 4000 Acres 2. Approximately 1100 Plots Projected start dates for these areas will be as early as 15 May and no later than 1 June 2010, weather dependant. The Lochsa Thin Stand Exam project will be given special consideration, with respect to start and closing dates. The project will require full processing no later than 31 July 2010.

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