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R-1 IMAT: Nez Perce NF - Salmon River RD Precommercial Thinning

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AG-02RC-S-11-0132Federal

Submission Closed09/29/2011, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Solicitation # LoisCreen2026.pdf

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Solicitation # StockingSurvey2027.pdf

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Solicitation # thinningcontract2026.pdf

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Solicitation # SanpoilForest2026Oct29.pdf

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Solicitation # StockingSurvey2026.pdf

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Solicitation # RFP-2025-0153

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County Administration Office

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Solicitation # RFP-2025-0154

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Forest Site Preparation - Excavator PilingThis subcontract involves performing excavator piling for prime contractors on forest site preparation projects for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. The scope of work covers 48.54 acres and requires the creation of debris piles to achieve 50% mineral soil exposure, the construction of water bars on slopes, and strict boundary management to deliver a fully prepared forest site. Contractors must utilize track-mounted excavators equipped with 360-degree rotation, hydraulic booms, brush rakes, and thumbs, ensuring ground pressure remains below 8.5 p.s.i. All operations must comply with TERO and Title X regulations. The response deadline for this opportunity is November 5, 2026.

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AI Contract Overview

Solicitation AG-02RC-S-11-0132 is a USDA Forest Service contract for precommercial thinning services within the Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest, specifically located in the South Fork of the Clearwater River watershed. The project involves hand thinning plantations across approximately 400 to 421 acres of land, with tree ages ranging from 15 to 24 years. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, supervision, equipment, and materials necessary to complete the work across various vehicle-accessible units, including areas such as Nellie Harmon and Winter Surveyor. Technical specifications for the project include strict requirements for tree spacing, cutting diameters, and species composition as detailed in the project summary charts. This contract is set aside 100 percent for 8(a) small businesses under NAICS code 115310. A critical requirement for award was the mandatory pre-bid Show-Me-Trip held on August 25, 2011, which served as a go/no-go factor for evaluation. Additionally, selected contractors must comply with the Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Idaho and provide a State of Idaho Certificate of Verification of Workers Compensation Insurance. The procurement process included multiple amendments to the schedule of items and submission deadlines, with final offers due in September 2011.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service

Contract Value

$37,469

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

Nez Perce National Forest 104 Airport Road, GRANGEVILLE, ID, 83530, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

M.P. Forestry 2941 Crater Lake Ave. MEDFORD OR 97504 USA

Award Issued Date

09/29/2011, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

2011 Precommercial Tree Thinning Summary Information Chart

specifications

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2011 Precommercial Tree Thinning Summary Information Chart

specifications

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2011 Precommercial Tree Thinning Summary Information Chart - Salmon River R.D. / Nez Perce NF

1 page · specifications

High

AG-02RC-S-11-0132 Amendment 01 - Nez Perce Precommercial Thinning

39 pages · amendment

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Amendment 0003 to Solicitation AG-02RC-S-11-0132

1 page · amendment

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Amendment 003 to Solicitation AG-02RC-S-11-0132

amendment

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Nez Perce Precommercial Thinning - Silver Creek Area (2011)

specifications

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Salmon River Ranger District Precommercial Thinning (AG-02RC-S-11-0132)

rfq

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Salmon River Ranger District Precommercial Thinning - Amendment 01

amendment

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SCA Wage Determination No: 1995-0228 (Rev 26) - Idaho

wage-determination

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Solicitation AG-02RC-S-11-0132: Precommercial Thinning - Nez Perce National Forest

39 pages · rfq

High

State of Idaho Certificate of Verification of Workers' Compensation Insurance

wage-determination

High

State of Idaho Certificate of Verification of Workers' Compensation Insurance

5 pages · supporting-document

Low

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1 update

PhaseAwarded

PostedAug 18

Presolicitation

Notice updatedAug 18

The notice description changed.

Type ChangedSep 8

Presolicitation → Solicitation

AwardedSep 29

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

09/29/2011, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service

Contacts2 people available

OfficeCOEUR D ALENE, ID, 83815, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Forest Service

Office AddressCOEUR D ALENE, ID, 83815, USA

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Ivory R CarrContracting Officer

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Sandi HolbrookCulturist

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

Salmon River Precommercial Thinning Nez Perce National Forest Salmon River Ranger District AG-02RC-S-11-0132 AMENDMENT 01 - 09/08/2011 This project is located within the South Fork of the Clearwater River watershed on the Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest. The project consists of hand thinning plantations on approximately 400 acres ranging in ages from 15 years old to 24 years old. All units are vehicle accessible. All units are within close proximity of each other. The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, supplies, transportation and any other incidentals necessary to perform the work in accordance with the specifications and provisions of the contract. MANDATORY PRE-BID SHOW-ME-TRIP: This is a go/no-go factor in the evaluation factors of this project. Prospective offerors are required to have representation at the formal Show-Me-Trip in order to be considered for award. The units listed in the Schedule of Items will be visited and this meeting is essential for successful completion of this project. Any party submitting an offer who is not registered as having participated in the Show-Me-Trip will not be considered for award. Registration for the Show-Me-Trip must be coordinated/documented through Sandi Holbrook. THURS, AUG 25, 2011; Registration 9:00 AM Meet/Register at the Nez Perce N.F. Supervisor's Office 104 Airport Road, Grangeville, ID 83530