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Forest Insect and Disease Suppression and Management

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FA7000-16-T-0165Federal

Submission Closed09/06/2016, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Pre-Commercial Thinning (PCT) Forestry Services

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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Forest Site Preparation - Excavator Piling

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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Inchelium Forestry, Pre-Commercial thinning fall 2026, Gold Mt. 156

Solicitation # InchThinning2026.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through Colville Tribal Forestry, is soliciting proposals for pre-commercial thinning and mastication services for the Gold Mt. 156 project area, totaling 52 acres. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, equipment, supervision, and safety measures to execute thinning based on tree vigor and species preference. Technical specifications include strict guidelines on stump height, slash treatment, and the preservation of trees with a diameter at breast height of 8 inches or greater, unless otherwise marked. Compliance is monitored by a Contracting Officer's Representative who performs inspections to identify missed cuts or problem areas. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Inchelium Forestry Office by 4:30 P.M. on October 21, 2026. Required submission documents include an updated SAM.gov registration, proof of insurance, a completed work plan, and a debarment certification. The contract emphasizes Indian preference, requiring a minimum of 51 percent of seasonal or project-based employees to be of Indian preference origin and the submission of a TERO compliance and utilization plan. Payment is structured with 80 percent of each completed pay item paid within ten working days of final approval, while 20 percent is withheld until all contract requirements are satisfactorily completed.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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San Poil Forest, Louie Creek

Solicitation # LoisCreen2026.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation is soliciting bids for an excavator piling and scarification project totaling 90.8 acres within the Louie Creek logging area on the Colville Indian Reservation. The scope of work includes piling logging slash and debris, removing brush and standing dead trees, and removing non-merchantable trees exhibiting dwarf mistletoe. Contractors must utilize equipment with low ground pressure of less than 8.5 p.s.i. and are required to construct water bars on slopes to prevent water channeling. Performance will be monitored by a designated Contract Officer’s Representative from San Poil Forestry, who will conduct inspections in each unit to ensure quality and progress. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the San Poil Forestry locked box at the Mt. Tolman Fire Center by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Mandatory submission requirements include a bid on every inspection item, a bid evaluation form, a contracting and subcontracting plan, and proof of SAM.gov registration. Evaluation factors include technical qualifications, reasonable pricing, and a strong emphasis on Indian preference in the award of contracts and subcontracts. Contractors must provide liability insurance and are encouraged to obtain a Trader License and TERO Tile ID certification to avoid specific fees. All work must comply with the Tribal Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards and applicable federal and state laws.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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San Poil Forest stocking Survey 2027

Solicitation # StockingSurvey2027.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through San Poil Forestry, is soliciting bids for five stocking survey contracts (SP-01-SSUR-27 through SP-05-SSUR-27) to be performed on the Colville Indian Reservation. The scope of work covers approximately 1,443 acres and 2,241 plots across the .30 mile, Swawilla, Summit North, and Williams Flats areas. Contractors are required to conduct survival and stocking surveys, submitting a detailed work plan that includes estimated daily acreage and completion schedules. Performance is measured by a Contract Officer's Representative (COR) who inspects at least 20 percent of plots; an accuracy rate of 85 percent or greater is required for acceptance, while full payment is tied to an accuracy rate of 95 percent and above. A 20 percent holdback will be withheld from all payments until all contract requirements are fulfilled. Award evaluations are based on technical qualifications and price reasonableness, with a strong preference given to certified Indian preference eligible firms. Bidders must submit a comprehensive packet including a Debarment Form, Title ID Certification, Bid Evaluation Form, and a TERO Compliance and Utilization Form. Additionally, contractors must provide liability insurance and adhere to tribal Occupational Safety Health Administration (IOSHA) standards. Those utilizing subcontractors or employees must submit a contracting and training plan to the TERO office. Failure to meet quality standards requires the contractor to rework the affected unit at no cost to the Tribe within two days of notification.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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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.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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San Poil Forest, 4 PreCommercial thinning contrats, 21 Mile area

Solicitation # SanpoilForest2026Oct29.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through San Poil Forest Development, is soliciting bids for four pre-commercial thinning contracts in the 21 Mile area. The project encompasses a total of 120.1 acres divided into four units: Unit A (56.3 acres), Unit B (38.4 acres), Unit C (41.5 acres), and Unit D (40.2 acres). The scope of work requires the identification and maintenance of crop trees while removing competing vegetation, adhering to strict specifications such as stump heights of less than five inches and the protection of boundary trees marked with orange or yellow stripes. Bids must be submitted via a locked drop-off box at the San Poil Forestry Office by October 29, 2026, at 4:00 P.M., with electronic submissions prohibited. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and possess a valid Trader License. The award process strongly prioritizes certified Indian preference firms, and contractors must ensure that at least 51 percent of their seasonal or project-based workforce is of Indian preference origin. Technical qualifications and reasonable pricing are key evaluation factors, and the Colville Tribal Forestry reserves the right to reject any bid. Contract administration includes oversight by a designated Contract Officer's Representative who will perform quality inspections. Payment is based on completed and accepted acreage, with 20 percent of each payment withheld until final approval and site cleanup are completed. Contractors must provide liability insurance and comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation as administered by TOSHA. Additional requirements include TERO certification to avoid specific fees and the submission of a comprehensive employment and training plan.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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Contractors, San Poil Forestry, Stocking Surveys

Solicitation # StockingSurvey2026.pdf

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, through the San Piol District Forestry, is soliciting bids for the completion of five stocking surveys. The required performance areas for these surveys include Swmville, Williams Flats, 30 mile, and Summit North. This solicitation is issued by a tribal organization based in Washington. Interested parties must submit their bids no later than 4:00pm on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Bid packets are available for pickup at San Piol Forestry located at the Mt Lohmman Complex. For further inquiries regarding this requirement, contacts are available via telephone at 634-3130 or 634-3129.

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

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On-Call Registered Professional Forester (RPF) Services

Solicitation # RFQ 202627-1

The Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District is soliciting qualifications under RFQ 202627-1 to establish a prequalified list of licensed Registered Professional Foresters (RPFs) for on-call services. The primary objective is to secure professional forestry expertise to manage the practice of forestry across the District's 13,000 acres of diverse landholdings, including sites such as the Frog Pond Wetland Preserve and Garland Ranch Regional Park. The scope of work involves supervising and training crews and contractors, approving prescriptions, and providing signed documentation and regulatory filings in compliance with the Professional Foresters Law. Prequalification is valid for up to five years, though it does not guarantee work; the District will select the most qualified RPF from the list for specific projects based on experience and availability, followed by a proposal and rate negotiation process. Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications via the OpenGov portal by November 2, 2026, which must include California RPF license numbers, resumes, and at least three public agency references. The evaluation is conducted on a pass/fail basis, and fee proposals are strictly prohibited during this initial phase. Selected consultants must operate as independent contractors and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, automobile liability, and professional liability of at least $1,000,000. Administrative terms include monthly invoicing with a 30-day payment cycle for non-disputed fees and a 10-day written notice period for termination for convenience by the District.

Planning & Conservation

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Silviculture Tree Planting Services

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PL28DSE001- 2027 Spring Planting

Solicitation # PL28DSE001

Solicitation PL28DSE001, issued by the Province of British Columbia Ministry of Forests, is for the 2027 Spring Planting project located in British Columbia. The solicitation was posted on October 19, 2026, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026. The scope of work focuses on reforestation activities across various block openings, including clearcut and patch cut areas in the Selkirk, Burton WRR, and Neff regions. The project requires specific planting densities across multiple sites: Opening 1811011 requires 1600 stems per hectare for SU1 patch cut areas, Opening 1811983 requires 500 stems per hectare for SU1 clearcut and patch cut areas including the stockhandling of 500 extra seedlings for Ministry staff, Opening 1805223 requires 1400 stems per hectare over 9.5 hectares of clearcut, and Opening 1811629 requires 1600 stems per hectare for clearcut areas. Performance is subject to specific site constraints, including 4WD access via CW Rail Trail, ATV-only access for certain permit roads, and total prohibitions on in-block vehicle access for some areas. Site classifications are based on Biogeoclimatic site series such as ICH mw2 and ICH mw3, with considerations for slope stability.

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Douglas-fir tussock moth ground surveys

Solicitation # FH27SIR253

The Ministry of Forests for the Province of British Columbia has issued solicitation FH27SIR253 for the performance of Douglas-fir tussock moth ground surveys. This project is located within British Columbia and is managed by the Ministry of Forests. The solicitation was posted on October 19, 2026, with a response deadline of October 23, 2026. The contract includes a specific bid form under Schedule B for contract payments, which outlines the required pricing structure for the services. While the solicitation provides for estimated quantities of the ground surveys, the final contract value is not yet determined as it depends on the unit prices submitted by the respondents. All transactions are subject to applicable GST and PST.

Ministry of Forests

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

Service to be performed at FOB Destination to USAF Academy, CO 80840, or at Farish Recreation Area., USAF Acadey, CO, 80840, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Attachment__1-_Forest_Insect_and_Disease_Suppression_PWS_27_Jun_2016.pdf

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PhaseClosed

PostedAug 30

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineSep 6

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Submission Closed

09/06/2016, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

Contacts2 people available

OfficeUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7000 10 Cons Lgc

Office AddressUSAF ACADEMY, CO, 80840-2303, USA

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Bradford T Bygness

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Susan Hashemi

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

This announcement serves as a Sources Sought Synopsis issued for the purpose of market research in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10.002 for an upcoming acquisition at the United States Air Force Academy. This sources sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Do not submit a quote at this time. For the purpose of this acquisition, the North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 115310 and the size standard in number of dollars is $7.5 mil. The purpose of this notice is to identify companies capable and qualified to provide services of Forest Insect and Disease Suppression and Management. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment and tools (with the exception of Government-furnished property), supervision and other items necessary to perform the forestry tasks described below. All project areas are located on the Air Force Academy, or at Farish Recreation Area. All businesses capable of providing these forestry are invited to respond. Interested small business vendors must reference their 8(a), HUB Zone, Women-owned, or Service Disabled Veteran status, if applicable. This will be a requirements contract and a firm fixed price contract is anticipated to be awarded. Please Reference Performance Work Statement (Attachment #1) The Forest Insect and Disease Suppression and Management consist of the following salient characteristics and estimated quantities of trees: Item No. 0001 Task 1: Tree Debarking - Tree Debarking (1-6 dbh) Quantity 30 ea. - Tree Debarking (6.1-12 dbh) Quantity 60 ea. - Tree Debarking (12.1-18 dbh) Quantity 60 ea. - Tree Debarking (18.1-24 dbh) Quantity 45 ea. - Tree Debarking (24+ dbh) Quantity 9 ea. Item No. 0002 Task 2: Tree Felling / Leave in Place - Tree Felling / Leave in Place (1-6 dbh) Quantity 30 ea. - Tree Felling / Leave in Place (6.1-12 dbh) Quantity 55 ea. - Tree Felling / Leave in Place (12.1-18 dbh) Quantity 50 ea. - Tree Felling / Leave in Place (18.1-24 dbh) Quantity 40 ea. - Tree Felling / Leave in Place (24+ dbh) Quantity 5 ea. Item No. 0003 Task 3: Tree Pruning - Tree Pruning (1-6 dbh) Quantity 30 ea. - Tree Pruning (6.1-12 dbh) Quantity 55 ea. - Tree Pruning (12.1-18 dbh) Quantity 50 ea. - Tree Pruning (18.1-24 dbh) Quantity 40 ea. - Tree Pruning (24+ dbh) Quantity 5 ea. Item No. 0004 Forest Health Field Inventory (Beetle Surveys): 8695 Acres Service to be performed at FOB Destination to USAF Academy, CO 80840, or at Farish Recreation Area. All potential offerors are reminded, in accordance with FAR 52.212-4(t)(4), System for Award Management, lack of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) will make an offeror ineligible for contract award. Offerors and Contractors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via SAM accessed through https://www.acquisition.gov. Any information provided by industry to the Government as a result of this sources sought synopsis is voluntary. The Government will not pay for any information submitted in response to this sources sought synopsis. The specifications for this requirement are included. Comments and/or suggestions on the specifications are encouraged and can be included in your capabilities package. Interested businesses are encouraged to provide the following information: 1. Company name, mailing address, cage code, DUNS number, point of contact, telephone number and email address. 2. Business size status, e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, Woman Owned or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned, small business, large business, etc. 3. Appropriate written information and/or data supporting your capability to provide the stated for the Support Activities for Forestry. 4. Answers to the following questions: How long have you been in business? Have you provided this item in the past? What is your lead-time for service? Have you ever performed Government contracts? What are your payment/discount terms? Do you offer an educational and/or military discount to universities? This notice is designed to locate responsible sources that have an interest, and have the ability to supply the item described herein. If your firm is capable and qualified to provide the Forest Insect and Disease Suppression and Management, send the required response in writing to the primary point of contact indicated within this announcement. Responses are due no later than 6 September 2016, 10:00 a.m. Mountain time by e-mail. Questions and responses should be addressed to the primary contact, Brad Bygness, Contracting Specialist, 719-333-4493 or bradford.bygness@us.af.mil or the alternate point of contact, Susan Hashemi, Contracting Officer, 719-333-8059 or susan.hashemi@us.af.mil.