F--ROCK CANYON - CHAINING

The US Wildland Fire Contracting Activity, on behalf of the Bureau of Land Management Arizona Strip District Office, is awarding a contract for chaining services on the Rock Canyon burned area near Fredonia, Arizona. This project, categorized under NAICS code 115310 for Fuels Management Services, involves the restoration of public lands containing pinyon, juniper, and various shrub species through seeding and chaining. While initial solicitations estimated a larger area, the final requirement was amended to cover up to 919 acres. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is structured as a single firm fixed price agreement. The scope of work requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor and equipment to execute the chaining process according to specific treatment boundaries and geospatial maps provided by the government. The period of performance is scheduled from October 19, 2026, to January 19, 2027. Contractors must adhere to strict environmental protections, follow designated transportation routes including unpaved primary, secondary, and tertiary roads, and comply with applicable Service Contract Act wage determinations for the Coconino, Arizona region. Coordination with the BLM is required for project meetings, work scheduling, and the use of government-furnished property.