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Hazard Tree Removal Fullerton Lake Recreation Area
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This solicitation, numbered 12443926Q0053, is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued under FAR Part 12 for commercial items, targeting hazard tree removal services across approximately 65 acres at the Fullerton Lake Recreation Area within the Calcasieu Ranger District of the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana. The work includes felling, limbing, bucking, debris hauling up to 8.5 miles to a designated gravel pit, stump grinding to no more than two inches above grade, and complete site cleanup to ensure public safety and restore usable recreational space following storm damage. Performance is required within 60 days of the Notice to Proceed, with a revised period of performance extending from June 1, 2026, to August 31, 2026. The acquisition is structured as a firm-fixed-price contract and will be awarded using the lowest price technically acceptable methodology, meaning only the lowest-priced offer that meets minimum technical and past performance standards will be selected—no trade-offs are permitted. The procurement is exclusively set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 115310, with a size standard of $11.5 million in annual receipts, and all offerors must be registered in SAM.gov with a valid UEI and CAGE code, and self-certify as small businesses. All technical proposals must include a detailed approach that goes beyond capability statements, addressing performance requirements outlined in Attachment 1’s Statement of Work, and must comply with OSHA logging standards, Forest Service manuals, and federal safety regulations. Offerors are required to complete the Performance Relevancy Questionnaire and provide information on proposed personnel and any intended subcontractors. A site visit is permitted without an escort, and formal walkthroughs are scheduled for May 11–13, 2026, with additional information available in supporting attachments. Submissions must be emailed by 1:00 p.m. Central Time on May 22, 2026, to Tobi Shumaker at tobi.shumaker@usda.gov, and must be in Word, Excel, or PDF format. The contract includes applicable clauses for security, privacy training, contractor conduct, whistleblower protections, anti-trafficking measures, accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, and cybersecurity safeguards for information systems. Payment will be processed by the USDA-FS CSA EAST 1 office in Atlanta, Georgia, via electronic funds transfer, and final
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Place of Performance
Boyce, LA, 71409, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 12443926Q0053 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Contractor shall provide all labor and equipment to perform felling, disposal, and stump grinding services of hazards trees for approximately 65-acres in Fullerton Lake Recreation Area. Work will occur at the Fullerton Lake Recreation Area on the Calcasieu Ranger District, Kisatchie National Forest near state route LA-399. Period of Performance is 60 days after Notice to Proceed. For project density specifics please see Attachment C05a Questions Q0053.
Anticipated award will be firm fixed price and the Government will evaluate quotations based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria.
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 115310 The small business size standard is $11.5 This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Site Visit:
The campground is currently closed for camping but remains open to the public. Offerors may conduct unescorted site visits at their
convenience. For those requesting a formal walkthrough (May 11th -13th) or additional onsite information see attachment C05 RFQ 12443926Q0053-0001.
Submit offers to Tobi Shumaker at tobi.shumaker@usda.gov NLT May 22nd, 2026 by 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Attachment format must be in Word, Excel, or .pdf.
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