Mechanical Forest Thinning and Mastication Services

This contract involves performing mechanical thinning and mastication operations using grapple-equipped machinery to reduce hazardous fuels within ponderosa pine and juniper stands located on slopes of up to 35%. The services aim to enhance forest health and reduce fire risk by mechanically removing excess vegetation in targeted areas. The contract is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program, ensuring opportunities for qualified small business contractors. Issued by the Rocky Mountain Research Station under the Department of Agriculture, the subcontract falls under NAICS code 238990, which covers specialty trade contractors. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2026, with responses due by June 2, 2026. Although specific location details and points of contact are not provided, the work is expected to take place within forested areas managed by the agency, and interested contractors can access additional information through the provided SAM.gov link.