Herbicide Supply and Formulation Delivery

The contract seeks qualified small businesses to supply EPA-approved herbicides and adjuvants, along with full formulation services including precise mixing, proper labeling, and delivery to designated staging areas located in remote forested regions. The work requires strict adherence to environmental and regulatory standards, ensuring all products meet federal approval and are handled and transported safely under challenging logistical conditions. The performance location is tied to Duluth, with all deliveries and preparations expected to align with operational needs in wilderness environments where access is limited and precision is critical. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, exclusively available to small businesses certified under FAR 19.5, with the NAICS code 424690 for chemical and allied products merchant wholesalers. The solicitation was posted on June 24, 2026, and bids must be submitted by 9:00 PM Eastern Time on July 8, 2026. The contracting entity is the USDA Forest Service under the Csa East 1 office, and the agreement is structured as a subcontract, emphasizing the need for capable partners who can integrate seamlessly into existing federal land management operations. All responses must demonstrate experience in handling regulated forestry chemicals, logistics in remote areas, and compliance with EPA and federal supply protocols.