Lava Fire Rangeland Fence Reconstruction

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Payette National Forest has awarded a contract titled Lava Fire Rangeland Fence Reconstruction under solicitation number 1240LT26P0011, with the award posted on May 12, 2026. This contract is a Total Small Business Set-Aside as defined by FAR 19.5, meaning only small businesses are eligible to compete and perform the work. The North American Industry Classification System code assigned is 238990, which covers other specialty trade contractors, indicating the scope involves specialized construction or repair services. The primary place of performance is in Council, Idaho, with a zip code of 83612, while the contracting office is located in McCall, Idaho, 83638. Terri Tucker from the agency serves as the primary point of contact, reachable via email at terri.tucker@usda.gov. The agreement is for the reconstruction of fencing affected by the Lava Fire on rangeland areas, likely aimed at restoring land management capabilities, protecting wildlife habitats, or reestablishing livestock boundaries. The contract falls under federal procurement guidelines and is accessible through the SAM.gov website, ensuring transparency and compliance with federal acquisition rules for small business participation.