Invasive Species Prevention and Equipment Decontamination Services

The contract seeks services to prevent the spread of invasive species through the decontamination of contractor equipment and aggregate, requiring either heat sterilization to a minimum of 300°F or thorough cleaning of vehicles such as trucks and loaders. This effort is critical to protecting sensitive ecosystems, particularly in regions where invasive species pose a significant environmental threat. The work must be performed in compliance with strict decontamination protocols to ensure no viable organisms are transported between sites. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, and is classified under NAICS code 562990 for other services related to waste management. The opportunity was posted on July 24, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2027, providing sufficient time for eligible small businesses to prepare and submit proposals. The contract falls under the Department of the Interior’s Alaska Regional Office, though the specific place of performance is not designated, indicating work may occur across various locations under its jurisdiction. All services must align with federal standards for invasive species control and be delivered by qualified small business contractors.