GDBE and Small Business Subcontracting Participation

This contract opportunity enables GDBE and small businesses to serve as subcontractors in support of forestry, hauling, environmental, and equipment services under a prime contract managed by the Gaylord Oprs Service Center in Michigan. The solicitation is centered around NAICS code 113310, which corresponds to forest management services, indicating the primary scope involves forest-related activities requiring specialized labor and equipment. Subcontractors are encouraged to participate in providing essential support services such as timber hauling, ecological restoration, waste management, and machinery operations to fulfill the requirements of the prime contractor. There is no specific set-aside designation indicated, but the emphasis is on fostering inclusion for GDBE and small businesses within the project’s supply chain. The opportunity is open for responses until July 29, 2026, with the posting date listed as July 13, 2026, allowing potential bidders approximately two weeks to prepare and submit proposals. The contract does not specify a geographic location for performance, though it is administered through Michigan, suggesting work will be conducted within the state. Interested parties must access the full solicitation details through the provided Michigan state procurement portal. While no point of contact is listed, participants are expected to review all requirements and ensure compliance with subcontracting eligibility and reporting obligations as part of the prime contract’s obligations.