Horning Seed Orchard and Tyrrell Seed Orchard Cone Collection

This contract involves the manual collection of pinecones using specialized supplies and equipment at two Bureau of Land Management seed orchards, Horning Seed Orchard and Tyrrell Seed Orchard, located in the Oregon/Washington area. These orchards play a crucial role in supplying seeds for reforestation projects following timber harvests and wildfires. The seed supply supports not only BLM OR/WA’s restoration efforts but also benefits over 40 other Federal, Tribal, State agencies, and private businesses across the Pacific Northwest. The contract is essential for ensuring the availability of seeds required by law for mandated reforestation activities. The solicitation is classified under NAICS code 111199, relating to agricultural support activities. The Bureau of Land Management, under the Department of the Interior, is managing the contract. Point of contact for this procurement is Joseph Duncan, who serves both as the primary and Small Business Specialist contact. If the contract is not awarded, it would jeopardize the seed orchards’ ability to provide timely seed resources necessary for reforestation efforts across multiple jurisdictions.