Level II Plant Surveys (Intrusive)

The contract calls for intrusive plant surveys across 3,067.4 forest stands to confirm the presence of cryptic species, specifically *Botrychium* species commonly known as moonworts, through limited soil disturbance. These surveys are classified as Level II and require specialized botanical expertise to identify these elusive and often overlooked species that may not be detectable through non-intrusive methods. The work is scoped to ensure minimal environmental impact while maintaining survey accuracy and taxonomic reliability, with all field operations expected to adhere to ecological best practices and regulatory guidelines. This is a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated under NAICS code 541620 for environmental consulting services, and is posted by the USDA Forest Service under the agency name Csa East 1 Usda-fs. The solicitation was published on May 7, 2026, with a response deadline of May 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The primary place of performance is Ironwood, Michigan, with a ZIP code of 49938, indicating the project is focused on forested areas in the Upper Peninsula. The set-aside status restricts eligibility to small businesses, and all contractors must be prepared to meet the technical demands of cryptic species identification in a forested landscape with strict constraints on soil disruption.