RECOVERY - Trail Sign Purchase - Posts

The U.S. Forest Service, through a presolicitation under solicitation number AG-0489-S-10-0355, is seeking a contractor to supply and deliver pressure-treated Douglas fir posts for the Ochoco National Forest. This procurement is funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, requiring compliance with specific reporting and transparency mandates. The contract is awarded as a total small business set-aside, emphasizing that only qualified small businesses registered with the Central Contractor Registration and the Online Representations and Certifications Application are eligible to participate. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to fulfill the order. The government intends to place a firm fixed price order on or before April 26, 2010, with delivery expected by May 25, 2010. Award decisions will be based on proposals offering the best value to the government. The contract supports USDA Forest Service priorities and involves coordination with contracting officers and points of contact listed for communication and contract administration. This acquisition falls under NAICS code 321114, indicating manufacturing related to wood products. The place of performance is in Prineville, Oregon, while the contracting office is based in Washington, DC.