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Hot Potato Pre-Commercial Thinning

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AG-0116-S-11-0153Federal

Submission Closed09/16/2011, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Hot Potato Pre-Commercial Thinning contract, identified by solicitation number AG-0116-S-11-0153, involves providing pre-commercial tree thinning services for 135 acres of young growth timber within the Sitka Ranger District of the Tongass National Forest. The selected contractor is responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, and supplies, with the exception of government-furnished items. This project is administered by the Sitka Ranger District under the Department of Agriculture. The acquisition was managed by the R10 Alaska Regional Office and falls under NAICS code 115310. Because the expected amount did not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold, a formal synopsis was not issued. Kim B. Toland served as the primary point of contact for the procurement, with performance of the work located in Sitka, Alaska.

General Info

Pre-commercial tree thinning for 135 acres in Sitka, Alaska, Tongass National Forest.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → R10 Alaska Regional Office

Contract Value

$38,969

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

Located on the Hanus Bay road system on the north end of Baranof Island, in the vicinity of Catherine Island, approximately 25 , SITKA, AK, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

FOREST ENHANCEMENT OF THE WEST

Award Issued Date

09/16/2011, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Amendment 1 to Solicitation AG-0116-S-11-0153 (Hot Potato PCT)

amendment

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Solicitation AG-0116-S-11-0153: Hot Potato Pre-Commercial Thinning (PCT)

51 pages · rfq

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1 update

PhaseAwarded

PostedAug 15

Presolicitation

Notice updatedAug 15

The notice description changed.

Type ChangedAug 23

Presolicitation → Solicitation

AwardedSep 16

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

09/16/2011, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → R10 Alaska Regional Office

Contacts1 person available

OfficeJUNEAU, AK, 99802, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → R10 Alaska Regional Office

Office AddressJUNEAU, AK, 99802, USA

Contacts

Kim B TolandContracting Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

PROJECT DESCRIPTION. Provide services for pre-commercial tree thinning of 135 acres of young growth timber in stands located on the Tongass National Forest; Sitka Ranger District. The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, and supplies, except those designated as government furnished. This contract will have one item and will be administered by the Sitka Ranger District. OBTAINING A SOLICITATION. Prospective bidders are expected to obtain the solicitation from the Internet. In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 5.2-Synopses of Proposed Contract Actions, Paragraph 5.202 Exceptions, Subparagraph (13) a synopsis will not be issued. This proposed contract action meets the criteria in that: 1. The amount is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. 2. The notice of proposed contract action through Federal Business Opportunities website. 3. Quotes may be submitted by email to: contact@example.gov FOR MORE INFORMATION. The point of contact for this acquisition is Kim Toland +1 (555) 000-0000, Fax +1 (555) 000-0000, U. S. Forest Service, Tongass National Forest, Contracting, PO Box 309, Petersburg AK 99833. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.