Field Data Collection and Quality Control Services

The contract seeks qualified small businesses to provide field technicians for the collection and validation of forest stand and tree data in support of Forest Service standards. Technicians will be responsible for accurately measuring tree diameters, identifying tree species, and determining precise plot locations to ensure compliance with rigorous quality and accuracy requirements. Work will be performed in and around Rolla, Missouri, with all data subject to verification against federal protocols to maintain integrity and consistency with National Forest Monitoring objectives. This is a Small Business Set Aside subcontract under NAICS code 541620, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the SBA. The opportunity was posted on July 28, 2026, with proposals due by August 28, 2026. The contracting entity is the Mark Twain National Forest, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the work is critical to supporting forest inventory and management efforts in the region. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in field data collection, familiarity with forestry measurement standards, and the ability to deliver precise, audit-ready results under challenging environmental conditions.