GNA Thunder Cat Environmental Planning Services-Umpqua NF

The Oregon Department of Forestry is soliciting proposals for Good Neighbor Authority Environmental Planning Services for the Thunder Cat Project on the North Umpqua Ranger District of the Umpqua National Forest. The scope of work includes the completion of a mid-level assessment, supporting activities, a preliminary proposed action, and protocol-level surveys for applicable resources. All work must comply with the National Environmental Policy Act, the 1990 Umpqua National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan, the Northwest Forest Plan, and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The contract is expected to terminate upon completion of performance or by June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by December 11, 2026, and will be evaluated based on a combined score of technical approach, management approach, references, key personnel, work samples, and price. Award criteria emphasize technical competence and cost, with a specific focus on the ability to document cultural resource sites while maintaining confidentiality. Contractors must adhere to strict inspection and acceptance standards, where any failure to identify target resources or errors in GIS data may require resurveys at no additional cost to the agency. Mandatory certifications include a policy for preventing sexual harassment and discrimination per ORS 279A.112, and an independent contractor certification. Invoices are submitted monthly to the Federal Forest Restoration Environmental Planning Coordinator.