PRESCRIBED FIRE SMOKE PERMIT FEES

The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Colorado State Office in Lakewood, Colorado requires payment of prescribed fire smoke permit fees related to activities that discharge air pollutants. Federal agencies must comply with state and local regulations by paying an annual fee for permit applications associated with prescribed fire activities, regardless of the permit’s status—issued, denied, suspended, withdrawn, or revoked—and irrespective of whether the burning actually occurs. This requirement will be fulfilled through a sole source purchase order with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. This contract action, identified under solicitation number L15PS00806, serves as a special notice of intent to publicize the procurement. It involves compliance with environmental regulations concerning air quality during prescribed fires, with the NAICS code 926150 indicating the nature of services provided. Questions regarding the contract can be directed to Felicia Salazar at the Colorado State Office. The procurement ensures that federal agencies meet necessary permit fee obligations for prescribed fire smoke emissions within Colorado.