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F--NM-FWS-REFUGES-FIRE-BIL SHREDDING

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140F1B23Q0009Federal

Submission Closed03/03/2023, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Solicitation # LoisCreen2026.pdf

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San Poil Forest, 3 commercial thinning contracts

Solicitation # thinningcontract2026.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through San Poil Forestry and the Tribal Employment Rights Office, is soliciting bids for three commercial pre-commercial thinning contracts located in the 30 Mile Logging area of the Colville Indian Reservation. The scope of work involves thinning operations across three specific units: SP-06-PCT-27 (39.7 acres), SP-07-PCT-27 (33.0 acres), and SP-08-PCT-27 (37.0 acres). Key technical requirements include the felling of overtopped or suppressed trees, the removal of all mistletoe-infected trees, and specific slash management to create a uniform fuel bed. Quality standards mandate that stumps be cut below five inches and that brush or hardwoods interfering with leave trees be cleared within a four-foot radius. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope labeled 30 Mile PCT 2027 and deposited in the San Poil Forestry Drop-Off Box at the Mt. Tolman Complex by 4:00 PM on November 2, 2026. The award process emphasizes Indian Preference and requires bidders to provide a bid per acre and a total bid price. Essential submission documents include a work plan, bid sheet, debarment certification, TERO compliance forms, and proof of liability insurance. Contractors must also obtain a BIA Trader License and adhere to TOSHA safety standards. Payment terms include a 20 percent withholding until final approval, with partial payments authorized for units exceeding 10 acres. Final acceptance is contingent upon a final inspection by the Contracting Officer's Representative and the complete removal of all debris from the units.

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San Poil Forest, McAllister Creek PCT Highway 21 Blocks 2027

Solicitation # McAllister-Creek-PCT-Highway-21-Blocks-2027.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through San Poil Forestry, is soliciting bids for two Pre-Commercial Thinning (PCT) contracts in the McAllister Creek area on the Colville Indian Reservation. The project encompasses a total of 23.77 acres, divided between Unit SP-15-PCT-27 (10.33 acres) and Unit SP-16-PCT-27 (13.44 acres). The scope of work requires the selection and retention of the most vigorous trees, strict slash management including clearing roadways and streams, and the removal of all foreign debris. Contractors must adhere to specific technical standards, such as maximum stump heights of one-half the stump diameter and a maximum slash height of 24 inches, with financial penalties of 3 dollars per tree for damage to leave trees. Bids must be physically submitted to the mailbox at the Mt Tolman Complex by 4:00 PM on November 17, 2026, as electronic submissions are prohibited. A complete bid packet must include a bid sheet, bid evaluation form, a detailed work plan, TERO compliance and utilization forms, and a signed debarment certification. Award decisions are based on the contractor being responsive and responsible, though the lowest bid is not guaranteed to be accepted. Payment is issued per completed and accepted acre, with 20 percent of each payment withheld until final acceptance. Contractors are required to provide liability insurance and comply with TERO Title X and TOSHA safety regulations.

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Hazardous Fuels Reduction ServicesThis subcontract for Hazardous Fuels Reduction Services involves performing vegetation treatment for prime contractors on USDA Forest Service Landscape Scale Restoration projects. The primary objective is to reduce fuel loads through vegetation thinning and the implementation of prescribed burns, utilizing specialized equipment such as chainsaws, masticators, and ignition tools. The ultimate deliverable is the completion of treated acreage where hazardous fuels have been successfully reduced. Qualified personnel must hold Prescribed Burn certifications and strictly adhere to all Forest Service wildland fire safety standards. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 115310 and is associated with the Department of Agriculture. Interested parties should note the response deadline of January 26, 2027.

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Secure Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Supply and OperationThis subcontract involves the supply and operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems for prime contractors supporting USDA Forest Service Landscape Scale Restoration projects. The selected provider is responsible for collecting positional, audio, and video data using hardware that strictly adheres to Section 1829 and OMB M-26-02 security requirements. To ensure data integrity and security, the contractor must comply with NIST SP 800-63-4, NIST SP 1800-5, and FIPS 199 standards, specifically implementing encryption at rest and remote wipe capabilities. The final deliverables include the secure transmission of aerial data and the provision of compliant UAS hardware.

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Landscape Scale Restoration Grant Program for Tribes

Solicitation # USDA-FS-2026-LSR-TRIBAL

The Landscape Scale Restoration Grant Program for Tribes, solicitation USDA-FS-2026-LSR-TRIBAL, is a competitive funding opportunity administered by the USDA Forest Service. The program supports collaborative, science-based forest restoration projects on rural non-industrial private forest land, rural state or local government forest land, and Indian trust or fee lands. Projects must align with a science-based restoration strategy, such as a Tribal Forest Plan, and focus on reducing wildfire risk, improving fish and wildlife habitats, maintaining water quality, or mitigating invasive plants, insects, and disease. Total program funding is 1.26 million dollars, with individual awards ranging from 100,000 to 300,000 dollars. A mandatory 1:1 non-Federal cost-share match is required for all grant recipients. Applications must be submitted via email to [email hidden] by January 26, 2027. Required documentation includes a project narrative limited to five pages, a detailed budget spreadsheet, and a valid Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov. Projects involving equipment purchases must submit form FS 1500-34, and all applicants must undergo a risk assessment and submit a financial capability questionnaire prior to award. The evaluation process is based on a 100-point scale focusing on deliverables, goals, strategy integration, and sustainability. Awarded projects must be completed within three years, with possible extensions up to five years. Performance is measured by quantitative outcomes in hazardous fuels management, invasive plant treatment, or insect and disease management.

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Landscape Scale Restoration Grant Program for Non-Federal Lands

Solicitation # USDA-FS-2026-LSR

The Forest Service is offering the Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) Grant Program for Non-Federal Lands under solicitation USDA-FS-2026-LSR to support collaborative, science-based restoration of priority forest landscapes. The program focuses on reducing wildfire risk, improving fish and wildlife habitats, maintaining water quality and watershed function, and mitigating invasive plants, insects, and disease. Eligible projects must be conducted on rural non-industrial private forest land or rural state and local government forest land, where rural is defined as areas outside Census places with more than 50,000 people. All applications, except those from federally recognized Tribes and Tribal organizations, require sponsorship from the relevant State Forester. Funding is provided through a competitive process with a total program funding of 11,340,000 dollars and an expected 30 awards. Individual awards range from a minimum of 100,000 dollars to a maximum of 300,000 dollars for single-state projects and 600,000 dollars for multi-state projects. A 1:1 non-federal cost share match is required. The period of performance is three years, with a possible two-year extension, not to exceed five years in total. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and provide a Unique Entity Identifier. Awards are determined by a ranked project list based on a 100-point scoring system, evaluating factors such as goals and objectives, integration with State Forest Action Plans, cross-boundary collaboration, and sustainability of outcomes. Before awarding funds, the Forest Service conducts a risk assessment based on financial stability and performance history, requiring the submission of a Financial Capability Questionnaire. Applications must be submitted via Grants.gov by January 26, 2027.

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NMTA Wildfire Mitigation (Thinning): Hamlet of Stony Rapids

Solicitation # NMTA-14-2026

The Northern Municipal Trust Account is seeking bids for wildfire mitigation services in the Hamlet of Stony Rapids, Saskatchewan, as part of the eighth year of a nine-year program. Managed by the Saskatchewan Research Council and partially funded by the Government of Canada, the project focuses on forest vegetation thinning, brush pile burning, fire guard construction, and general vegetation maintenance. The primary objective is to create clean, parklike areas around the community to reduce the risk of wildfire impacting critical infrastructure and to improve safety for evacuees and emergency responders. Interested proponents must submit their responses by November 6, 2026, for solicitation number NMTA-14-2026. The project aims to increase overall wildfire resilience in vulnerable regions by reducing the fuel load in forests surrounding the community, thereby minimizing potential interruptions to essential services during a wildfire incident.

Northern Municipal Trust Account

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NMTA Wildfire Mitigation (Thinning): Town of La Ronge

Solicitation # NMTA-11-2026

The Northern Municipal Trust Account is seeking bids for wildfire mitigation services in the Town of La Ronge, Saskatchewan, as part of the eighth year of a nine-year program. The project focuses on increasing wildfire resilience through forest vegetation thinning, brush pile burning, fire guard construction, and general vegetation maintenance. These efforts aim to protect critical infrastructure and essential services by creating parklike areas that reduce the intensity of wildfires, thereby improving safety for evacuees and emergency responders. The Saskatchewan Research Council serves as the project manager responsible for contract coordination and oversight, with partial funding provided by the Government of Canada. Interested proponents must submit their responses by November 6, 2026. This solicitation, identified as NMTA-11-2026, is managed by the Northern Municipal Trust Account within the Saskatchewan Public Sector.

Northern Municipal Trust Account

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NMTA Wildfire Mitigation (Mulching): Town of La Ronge

Solicitation # NMTA-12-2026

The Northern Municipal Trust Account is seeking bids for wildfire mitigation services in the Town of La Ronge, Saskatchewan, as part of the eighth year of a nine-year program. Managed by the Saskatchewan Research Council and partially funded by the Government of Canada, the project focuses on forest vegetation thinning, brush pile burning, fire guard construction, and general vegetation maintenance. The primary objective is to create clean, parklike areas around communities to reduce the impact of wildfires on critical infrastructure and improve safety for evacuees and emergency responders. Interested proponents must submit their responses by November 6, 2026, for solicitation number NMTA-12-2026. The project aims to increase overall wildfire resilience in vulnerable regions by reducing the fuel load in forests surrounding local communities. All contract coordination and oversight will be handled by the Saskatchewan Research Council.

Northern Municipal Trust Account

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The US Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Department of the Interior, has issued an award notice for solicitation 140F1B23Q0009 regarding a land shredding and mowing project. The contract focuses on hazardous fuel reduction services covering 1,347 acres across seven units at Eagle Nest Lake within the San Bernard National Wildlife Refuges located near Brazoria, Texas. The scope of work includes vegetation shredding and disking, with specific technical requirements regarding tree diameter at breast height limits and precise unit percentages for brush and grass management. The period of performance for this project extends from September 1, 2023, to February 28, 2027. To protect the nesting habitats of the Eastern Black Rail, the contract mandates strict seasonal restrictions, prohibiting certain activities between March 1 and August 31. This project is categorized under NAICS code 115310 and was managed by the FWS Construction and A/E - Bil/Disaster office.

General Info

Agency

Department Of The Interior → Fws Construction & A/e - Bil/disaster

Contract Value

$88,902

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

DIAMOND R CATTLE COMPANY, LLC

Award Issued Date

02/28/2023, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Solicitation 140F1B23Q0009 Amendment 0001

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Solicitation 140F1B23Q0009 Amendment 0002

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Solicitation 140F1B23Q0009 - Land Shredding/Mowing Project

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2 updates

PhaseAwarded

PostedFeb 1

Combined Synopsis

Notice updatedFeb 7

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Notice updatedFeb 15

The notice title changed. The notice description changed.

AwardedFeb 28

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

03/03/2023, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Fws Construction & A/e - Bil/disaster

Contacts1 person available

OfficeFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Fws Construction & A/e - Bil/disaster

Office AddressFalls Church, VA, 22041, USA

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Tina Baker

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE SHREDDING/MOWING 1,347 ACRES IN THE SAN BERNARD NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES NEAR BRAZORIA TX U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Brazoria, TX has a requirement for a commercial item or service. This combined synopsis/solicitation is prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 (as supplemented with additional information included in this notice). This posting will be referred to under Request for Quotation (RFQ) Number 140F1B23Q0009. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. A written solicitation will be issued and attached to this posting for reference only. This RFQ falls under procedures in FAR Parts 12 and 13. This document incorporates provisions and clauses updated by way of the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2023-01, effective January 31, 2023. This requirement is set aside for small businesses. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) number is 115310, Support Activities for Forestry and the business size standard is $10.00. This announcement constitutes the Government's only official notice of this procurement. The Government does not intend to pay for any information provided under this synopsis. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is requesting quotes for shredding 1,347 acres of heavy brush, saplings, mulching debris and grasses and forbs across 7 units within the Eagle Nest Lake Units in the San Bernard National Wildlife Refuges near Brazoria TX, per the attached statement of work. QUOTES SHALL REMAIN VALID FOR A MINIMUM OF 30-DAYS. Period of Performance: 1 Sep 2023 to 28 Feb 2027 The basis for award is Best Value to the government. Vendor shall briefly describe their qualifications and experience when providing their quote. Vendor shall quote per unit as displayed below and show cumulative total on their quote: Unit 1 - 137 acres Unit 2 - 295 acres Unit 3 - 323 acres Unit 4 - 148 acres Unit 5 - 65 acres Unit 6 - 75 acres Unit 7 - 304 acres A site visit may be arranged if requested by 10 Feb 2023. Interested vendors shall email the contracting officer to arrange site visit; contact@example.gov Organization to be supported: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Texas Mid-coast Fire Management Office Brazoria, TX 77422 Please submit your quote on the attached SF-1449 or company letterhead with all pertinent point of contact information including SAM, Cage Code, UEI No., and business size/type. In addition, your proposal should provide unit price and total price, if applicable. No formal format is required as this is a combined synopsis/request for proposal solicitation. Offers must be received by 5:00 pm Eastern Time, 2/22/2023. Proposals/quotes shall be emailed to: contact@example.gov. Offerors must comply with all instructions contained in the Internet Payment Platform (IPP) DOI Electronic Invoicing instructions, and all clauses in the attached solicitation documentation. The full text of any solicitation provision or clause referenced herein may be accessed electronically at http://farsite.hill.af.mil/. In order to have a quote considered, all offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://www.sam.gov) as an active vendor by the closing date of this solicitation. Quotes received from firms not registered in SAM by award date will not be considered. All questions regarding the subject synopsis/solicitation shall be directed to the attention of Tina Baker via email: contact@example.gov.