Local Labor and Workforce Supply

The contract seeks qualified small businesses to provide labor crews for logging operations, road maintenance, and essential support services, with a strong emphasis on hiring locally within the Chester, California area. All work must be performed at the specified place of performance, and the solicitation is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside as defined by the SBA, ensuring only small business concerns can compete. The North American Industry Classification System code 561320 applies, reflecting the focus on administrative and support services related to waste management and remediation activities tied to land and resource management. The opportunity is open for responses until July 28, 2026, and is managed by the Stewardship Contracting Branch of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service. Contractors are expected to deliver skilled labor capable of safely executing field tasks in remote environments, adhere to federal regulations, and prioritize employment of residents from the region to strengthen local economic resilience. While no specific point of contact is listed, all submissions must comply with the terms of the set-aside and be submitted through the designated federal portal prior to the deadline.