Optional Forest Thinning – East Face WUI Unit

This contract involves an optional manual forest thinning project spanning 708 acres within the East Face Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) area. The work is contingent upon the government's exercise of an option, making the actual commencement dependent on further government approval. The project is designated as a subcontract and is set aside entirely for small businesses under the Small Business Administration guidelines (FAR 19.5), specifically targeting firms within the forestry services industry (NAICS code 115310). The contracting agency responsible for this opportunity is the Rocky Mountain Research Station, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The solicitation was posted on May 14, 2026, with a response deadline of May 28, 2026. While specific location details for the place of performance and points of contact are not provided, the focus remains on environmentally sensitive forest management within the East Face WUI area. This effort aims to reduce wildfire risks through strategic thinning, promoting forest health and safety in areas prone to wildfires.