Mitchell-Jackson IRSC

This solicitation, numbered 12363N26Q4189, is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items issued under FAR Part 12 by the USDA Forest Service’s Stewardship Contracting Branch, specifically for the Mitchell Jackson IRSC project in Libby, Montana. The purpose is to reduce forest fuel conditions that influence fire intensity and mitigate risks associated with the spread of Libby Amphibole Asbestos contamination into Operable Unit 3 by performing ecological restoration, timber removal, road reconstruction, and tree planting activities. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 113310, with a small business size standard of 500 employees, and all responsible small businesses may submit quotations. Proposals must be submitted via email to Mark Phillipp and Matt Daigle by August 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time, and must be divided into two separate volumes: a price proposal containing a signed SF-1449, completed Schedule of Items, and required certifications; and a technical proposal detailing the approach, past performance, and local community benefits, with no reference to cost. The contract will be awarded on a best overall value basis, with technical approach weighted most heavily, followed by past performance and utilization of local workforces, with cost/price being approximately equal in weight to the combined technical factors. Pricing is a pass/fail criterion—failure to price all line items disqualifies the offer. The minimum acceptable unit price for timber removal is $10.69 per ton, and co-op deposits of $1.22 per ton for native seed collection and lump sum deposits for slash disposal are required. The contract has a five-year period of performance from June 15, 2027, to October 15, 2032, with work required to commence within 10 days of notice to proceed. Key deliverables include adherence to Detailed Information Charts for tree planting specifications, quality control plans, and compliance with AASHTO and ASTM standards for road construction. The contractor must provide key personnel including an overall project manager, logging supervisor, and roads treatment supervisor, furnish performance and payment bonds for road reconstruction, and ensure full compliance with labor standards, including MSPA and FLC certificates for all workers. Environmental requirements mandate removal of all equipment from National Forest lands prior to final payment, use of approved sanitation systems, and cleanup