Nez Perce N.F. - Pre-commercial Thinning and Regeneration Stand Exams

The contract involves conducting pre-commercial thinning and regeneration stand exams on the Nez Perce National Forest, specifically requiring extensive field data collection during the 2010 and 2011 field seasons. In 2010, about 2,150 pre-commercial thinning plots and 3,250 regeneration plots must be examined, while the 2011 season requires around 900 pre-commercial thinning plots. The work will follow basic stand exam methods, with all data recorded in hardcopy format without using electronic devices. The 2010 fieldwork will run from June 15 to September 30, and the 2011 season from June 1 through September 30. This contract is managed by the USDA Forest Service under the Department of Agriculture, classified as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and falls under NAICS code 115310. The place of performance is centered in Grangeville, Idaho, with administrative contacts located in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Key personnel for procurement include Karen Ruklic and Maple Stuivenga, who can be reached via provided email and phone contacts. The solicitation number for this presolicitation is AG-02RC-S-10-0012.